World Languages & Cultures

http://www.whitworth.edu/world-languages-and-cultures

We, as a dedicated team of international faculty, strive to educate students in cultural differences and sensitivity. We seek to provide students with the language skills, cross-cultural experiences, and literary and cultural understanding to allow them to navigate effectively within other cultures. Through this process, students are empowered to understand linguistic and cultural differences within their own society. Because we know our students well, we are able to guide them as they discern career opportunities and vocational calling. As a result of this range of learning experiences, our graduates are ready to become citizens of the world.

CN Courses

CN 101 Elementary Chinese I4
Fundamentals of standard Chinese, emphasizing all,four language skills: speaking, listening,,reading and writing. Systematic methods and,various communication activities for basic,training in pronunciation, grammatical structures,,conversation on daily topics, and the writing,system. Ten hours of conversational language time,with students in small groups (held outside of,class time) required. Fall semester.
CN 102 Elementary Chinese II4
Continuation of Chinese 101. Ten hours of,conversational language time with students in,small groups (held outside of class time),required. Prerequisite: CN 101. Spring semester.
CN 141 Elementary Chinese I Study Abroad in,China4
See CN 341. Periodic offering.
CN 142 Elementary Chinese II Study Abroad in,China4
See CN 342. Prerequisite: CN 141. Periodic,offering.
CN 201 Intermediate Chinese I4
Second-year course in modern Chinese to develop,proficiency in all four language skills: speaking,,listening, reading and writing. In addition to the,basic conversational topics, students will be,taught to use the dictionary, will be exposed to,both traditional and simplified characters, and,will read and write longer discourses ranging from,personal letters to short narratives. Students,will also learn to use Chinese word processing.,Ten hours of conversational language time with,students in small groups (held outside of class,time) required. Prerequisite: CN 102 or placement,by exam. Availability of this course is contingent,upon adequate enrollment. Fall semester.
CN 202 Intermediate Chinese II4
Continuation of Chinese 201. Ten hours of,conversational language time with students in,small groups (held outside of class time),required. Prerequisite: CN 201. Spring semester.
CN 230 Intermediate Oral Chinese3
Students immerse themselves in the language in a,non-structured situation. Class offered in an,informal setting: small groups, games, movies,,songs, cooking, skits, dancing. A fun, intensive,class (three hours per day). Prerequisite: CN 101.,Jan Term, even years.
CN 241 Intermediate Chinese I Study Abroad in,China4
See CN 341. Prerequisite: CN 102. Periodic,offering.
CN 242 Intermediate Chinese II Study Abroad in,China4
See CN 342. Prerequisite: CN 241. Periodic,offering.
CN 301 Advanced Chinese3
This advanced course is designed to assist,students attain mastery of all of the basic,linguistic skills of Mandarin Chinese speaking,,listening, reading, and writing as well as,introduce students to the cultural context in,which Chinese is spoken and read. Prerequisite: CN,202. Periodic offering.
CN 302 Advanced Chinese3
This advanced course is designed to assist,students attain mastery of all of the basic,linguistic skills of Mandarin Chinese speaking,,listening, reading, and writing as well as,introduce students to the cultural context in,which Chinese is spoken and read. Prerequisite: CN,301. Periodic offering.
CN 330 Advanced Oral Chinese3
No English allowed. Intensive conversation, a,non-structured situation. Class offered in an,informal setting: conversation, meals, games,,movies, songs, cooking, and skits. A fun,,intensive class (three hours minimum per day),that,allows students to practice their oral fluency in,Chinese. Prerequisite: CN 241 or CN 301. Jan,Term.,Periodic offering.
CN 341 Advanced Chinese I Study Abroad in,China4
This advanced course is designed to assist,students attain mastery of all of the basic,linguistic skills of Mandarin Chinese: speaking,,listening, reading, and writing, as well as,introduce students to the cultural context in,which Chinese is spoken and read. May include,some specialized language instruction at a local,language school or university. Prerequisite: CN,202. Periodic offering.

FR Courses

FR 101 Elementary French I4
Beginning French with emphasis on conversation.,Basic grammar and vocabulary are presented. The,text concentrates on contemporary Francophone,culture, such as the life of students in France,or cultural conflicts in Algeria. Fall semester.
FR 102 Elementary French II4
Continuation of French 101 with greater,concentration on listening, speaking, reading and,writing. Class taught mainly in French.,Prerequisite: FR 101. Spring semester.
FR 111 Intensive Elementary French4
A course designed for students who have had,experience with the language. Basic structure and,sound system taught. Students cover one year of,the language in one semester. Satisfies the,one-year language requirement. Placement by exam.
FR 132 Elementary Oral French in Quebec3
See FR 332. Prerequisite: FR 101. May Term, every,third year.
FR 138 Elementary Oral French in France3
See FR 338. Prerequisite: FR 101. Jan Term, every,third year.
FR 139 Oral French in Guadeloupe3
Intensive French on a French island in the,Caribbean. History, culture, and language studies.,Group excursions to volcano, mangroves, coral,reef. Jan-term. Periodic.
FR 232 Intermediate Oral French in Quebec3
See FR 332. Prerequisite: FR 201. May Term, every,third year.
FR 238 Intermediate Oral French in France3
See FR 338. Prerequisite: FR 201. Jan Term, every,third year.
FR 239 Intermediate Oral French in Guadeloupe3
Intensive French on a French island in the,Caribbean. History, culture, and language studies.,Group excursions to volcano, mangroves, coral,reef. Jan-term. Periodic.
FR 302W French Writing and Stylistics3
Emphasis on reading comprehension and writing in,French. Focus on a variety of writing styles and,themes, from expository writing to textual,analysis. Topics can be taken from media, film,,literary and non-literary texts, and popular,culture. This course introduces writing concepts,and analysis essential to the next sequence of,courses and develops reading comprehension.,Concurrent enrollment in FR 302L required.,Prerequisite: FR 202. Spring semester.
FR 329 French Cinema3
History and important figures in the development,of French cinema. Involves some film viewings,outside of class and excerpts in class. Taught in,English. Periodic offering.
FR 332 Advanced Oral French in Quebec3
Intense French conversation in Quebec City.,History, culture, and language studies in an,immersion environment, including home stays and,many opportunities to practice French with native,speakers. Excursions to explore the only North,American fortified city north of Mexico; visit,museums and restaurants and experience French,culture outside of the Hexagon! May include some,specialized language instruction at a local,language school or university. Prerequisite: FR,301. May Term, every third year.
FR 334 French Women Writers3
A study of texts in translation by French women,writers. Introduction to French feminist theory.,Taught in English. Also listed as WGS 434.,Periodic offering.
FR 337 Francophone New World Literature,And Culture3
A survey of the literature and history of French,New World colonies, including those of North,America and the Caribbean. This course will,examine Créolité, oral tradition, multi-ethnicity,,the effect of French colonialism and,postcolonialism, in literature and film. Taught in,English. Also listed as LAS 437. Periodic,offering.
FR 338 Advanced Oral French in France3
Study French language and culture in inimitable,France! Visit museums, tour historic monuments,,and enjoy gastronomic delicacies while improving,your French. Includes intensive, individualized,language training. May include some specialized,language instruction at a local language school,or university. Prerequisite: FR-301. Jan Term.
FR 339 Advanced Oral French in Guadeloupe3
Intensive French on a French island in the,Caribbean. History, culture, and language studies.,Group excursions to volcano, mangroves, coral,reef. Jan-term. Periodic.
FR 348 French Crime Fiction3
Survey of French crime fiction of the 20th,century, the most popular genre in France.,Students examine the social context of the noir,,the neo-polar, and other branches of this,thrilling genre. Taught in English. Periodic,offering.
FR 421W Literary Genres3
French literature through various genres; plays,,poetry, short stories and novels. Taught in,French. Prerequisite: FR 301 or concurrent,enrollment in FR 302W with departmental approval.,Periodic offering.
FR 432 Advanced Oral French in Quebec3
See FR 332. Prerequisite: FR 302W. May Term, every,third year.
FR 435 African Literature and Culture3
Study of literature from Francophone African,countries. Taught in French. Prerequisite: FR 301,or concurrent enrollment in FR 302W w/,departmental approval. Periodic offering.
FR 436 Francophone African Literature and Film3
Introduction to literature and film from,French-speaking African countries after,independence. Includes brief orientation to,historical and cultural background. Explores,ideological themes common to literature and film.,May be taken for French or English credit. For,French credit, prerequisite: FR 301 or concurrent,enrollment in FR 302W with departmental approval.,Also cross-listed as EL 436. Periodic offering.
FR 438 Advanced Oral French in France3
See FR 338. Prerequisite: FR 302W. Jan Term,,every third year.
FR 441 French Language and Culture in France I4
Intensive language study combined with visits and,home stay with local residents to learn the,history, culture, and politics of the region and,of the country. Prerequisite: FR 302W or,higher-level French. Spring semester, every third,year. Part of the France study abroad program.
FR 442 French Language and Culture in France II4
Continuation of FR 441. Prerequisite: FR 441.,Spring semester, every third year. Part of the,France study abroad program.

GR Courses

GR 101 Elementary German I4
Basic grammar. Fundamentals of pronunciation and,reading. Introduction to cultural topics. Ten,hours of conversational language time with,students in small groups (held outside of class,time) required. Fall semester.
GR 101L Live Lab: GR-1010
Live labs start after the first week of class.
GR 102 Elementary German II4
Basic grammar. Development of skills in reading,,listening, speaking and writing. Discussion of,cultural topics. Ten hours of conversational,language time with students in small groups (held,outside of class time) required. Prerequisite: GR,101. Spring semester.
GR 102L Live Lab: GR-1020
Live labs start after the first week of class.
GR 130 Elementary Oral German3
No English allowed. Students immerse themselves in,the language in a non-structured situation. A fun,intensive class (3 hours minimum per day), that,allows students to know they can speak German.,Prerequisite: GR 101. Jan Term. Periodic offering.
GR 131 Elementary Oral German Abroad3
See German 331. Prerequisite: GR 101. Jan Term.,Periodic offering.
GR 201 Intermediate German I4
Grammar review as framework for conversation and,composition. Current-interest topics; discussion,of cultural aspects. Ten hours of conversational,language time with students in small groups (held,outside of class time). Prerequisite: GR 102 or,placement by exam. Fall semester.
GR 201L Live Lab: GR-2010
Live labs start after the first week of class.
GR 202 Intermediate German II4
Continuation of German 201 to develop fluency in,the language. Written compositions and readings of,medium difficulty. Ten hours of conversational,language time with students in small groups (held,outside of class time) required. Prerequisite: GR,201. Spring semester.
GR 202L Live Lab: GR-2020
Live labs start after the first week of class.
GR 230 Intermediate Oral German3
No English allowed. Students immerse themselves in,the language in a non-structured situation. A fun,intensive class (three hours minimum per day),,that allows students to know they can speak,German. Prerequisite: GR 201. Jan Term. Periodic,offering.
GR 231 Intermediate Oral German Abroad3
See GR 331. Prerequisite: GR 201. Jan Term.,Periodic offering.
GR 330 Advanced Oral German3
No English allowed. Students immerse themselves in,the language in a non-structured situation. A fun,intensive class (three hours minimum per day),,that allows students to know they can speak,German. Prerequisite: GR 301. Jan Term. Periodic,offering.
GR 331 Advanced Oral German Abroad3
Study abroad tour in Germany. Prerequisite: GR,301. Jan Term. Periodic offering.

JA Courses

JA 101 Elementary Japanese I4
Beginning course in Japanese language, basic,grammar and introduction to the culture. Ten hours,of conversational language time with students in,small groups (held outside of class time),required. Fall semester.
JA 102 Elementary Japanese II4
Beginning course in Japanese language, basic,grammar and introduction to the culture. Ten hours,of conversational language time with students in,small groups (held outside of class time),required. Prerequisite: JA 101 or approval of the,instructor. Spring semester.

SN Courses

SN 100 Introduction to Spanish3
Preparation for foreign language acquisition via,overview of Spanish language with concentration on,language universals of category and relationship.,Provides a framework of linguistic and cultural,expectation upon which any foreign language can be,built. Offered through the Continuing Studies,Department, open only to CS students.
SN 101 Elementary Spanish I4
First-year studies in the Spanish language.,Grammatical structures and vocabulary with an,emphasis on listening and speaking skills.,Cultural-perspectives activities also required,outside of class time. Taught mainly in Spanish.
SN 102 Elementary Spanish II4
First-year studies in the Spanish language.,Grammatical structures and vocabulary with an,emphasis on listening and speaking skills.,Cultural-perspectives activities also required,outside of class time. Taught mainly in Spanish.,Prerequisite: SN 101.
SN 111 Intensive Elementary Spanish4
Designed for those students who have had some,experience with the language. Basic structure and,sound system taught. Students cover one year of,the language in one semester. ,Cultural-perspectives activities also required,outside of class time. Taught mainly in Spanish.,Placement by exam. Fall and spring semesters.
SN 201 Intermediate Spanish I4
Enhancement of communication skills by way of an,in-depth grammar and grammar-structure review,,expanding previously acquired vocabulary base,,emphasizing oral practice in realistic contents,,developing students' ability to read and,understand authentic texts, promoting cultural,awareness of the Hispanic world, and integrating,reading, writing and listening skills. Concurrent,enrollment in SN 201L required. Taught in Spanish.,Prerequisite: SN 102, SN 111 or placement by exam.,Fall semester.
SN 201L Language Lab for SN 2010
Conversational language time with students in,small groups.
SN 202 Intermediate Spanish II4
Enhancement of communication skills by way of an,in-depth grammar and grammar-structure review,,expanding previously acquired vocabulary base,,emphasizing oral practice in realistic contents,,developing students' ability to read and,understand authentic texts, promoting cultural,awareness of the Hispanic world, and integrating,reading, writing and listening skills. Concurrent,enrollment in SN 202L required. Taught in Spanish.,Prerequisite: SN 201. Spring semester.
SN 202L Language Lab for SN 2020
Conversational language time with students in,small groups.
SN 208 Spanish for Health Professions3
Language skills for health professionals. How to,communicate with Spanish-speaking patients,,families, and how to consult with other health,professionals. Medical terminology, patient,interviewing and cultural factors affecting health,care. Prerequisites: HS 220 & 221, 1 year of,Spanish proficiency. Offered through the Health,Sciences department. Jan Term only.
SN 230 Conversational Spanish3
See SN 330. Prerequisite: SN 201. Jan Term.
SN 232 Intermediate Conversational Spanish in,Guatemala3
See SN 332. Prerequisite: SN 201. Jan Term study,trip to Guatemala.
SN 233 Intermediate Conversational Spanish in,Spain3
See SN 333. Prerequisite: SN 201. Jan Term study,trip to Spain.
SN 236 Intermediate Conversational Spanish in,Chile3
See SN 336. Prerequisite: SN 201. Jan Term study,trip to Chile.
SN 241 Intermediate Conversational Spanish in,Cent Amer4
See SN 341. May include some specialized language,instruction at a local language school or,university. Prerequisite: SN 201. Jan Term and,spring semester, every third year. Part of the,Central America study trip.
SN 311 Advanced Spanish Language and,Composition3
This course focuses on the development of advanced,writing skills in Spanish. Students will develop,these skills through a review of linguistic,structures; vocabulary acquisition; and structured,and guided writing practice, all in conversation,with the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.,Taught in Spanish.
SN 311A Advanced Spanish Language and,Composition for Heritage Language,Learners3
This course focuses on the development of advanced,writing skills in Spanish using a methodology,directed to Heritage Language Learners. Students,will develop these skills through a review of,linguistic structures; vocabulary acquisition; and,structured and guided writing practice, all in,conversation with the cultures of the,Spanish-speaking world. Taught in Spanish.
SN 312 Foundations of Reading and,Interpretation3
This course introduces students to concepts and,practices for the reading and interpretation of,Spanish-language texts from a variety of genres,,time periods, and geographical areas. Students,will develop critical reading strategies and,advanced proficiencies in speaking, listening, and,writing. Taught in Spanish.
SN 320 Spanish for Health Professions,Interpretation3
This course is designed for students who plan to,work in the health care field. Students will,expand their relevant expressive capabilities and,develop increased fluency to promote accurate and,meaningful patient/provider communication.,Students will develop cultural competence,surrounding health care for Hispanic and Latinx,communities in the US, health disparities, and,cultural and social awareness of Hispanic and,Latinx cultures and their approach to health care.
SN 330 Advanced Conversational Spanish3
Students immerse themselves in the language in an,interactive, conversational context that includes,small group activities, debates, presentations,,interviews, role-playing, games, skits, cooking,,and excursions outside of class. This is an,intensive oral practice class that allows,students,to increase their oral proficiency in order to,develop greater oral fluency and improve,expression and accuracy in a wide variety of,situations. No English allowed! Prerequisite: SN,301. Jan Term.
SN 332 Conversational Spanish in Guatemala3
Focus on conversational Spanish in a faculty-led,intensive immersion experience while taking in the,history and culture, plus home stays, service,projects and cultural excursions. May include some,specialized language instruction at a local,language school or university. Prerequisite: SN,311. Jan Term Study Trip to Guatemala.
SN 333 Conversational Spanish in Spain3
Focus on conversational Spanish in a faculty-led,intensive immersion experience while taking in the,history and culture, plus home stays, service,projects and cultural excursions. May include some,specialized language instruction at a local,language school or university. Prerequisite: SN,311. Jan Term Study Trip to Spain.
SN 336 Conversational Spanish in Chile3
Live and study in Santiago, Chile in a faculty-led,immersion experience. Focus on conversational,Spanish, Chilean history and culture, plus home,stays, and weekend excursions. May include some,specialized language instruction at a local,language school or university. Prerequisite: SN,311. Jan Term Study Trip to Chile.
SN 341 Conversational Spanish in Cent Amer,America4
An intensive immersion experience in the language,and culture in a variety of countries as part of,the faculty-led Central America Study Program.,Focus on conversational Spanish while taking in,the history and culture of the country, plus home,stays, service projects, and cultural excursions.,May include some specialized language instruction,at a local language school or university.,Prerequisite: SN 311. Jan Term and spring,semester, every third year.
SN 380 Field Study1-4
SN 401 Theory and Practice of Translation3
Introduction to theory of translation and its,practical application: students will synthesize,learned grammar and vocabulary at a high level of,proficiency through the translation of short,texts, emphasizing technical, legal, and literary,translation. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SN,312 or departmental permission.
SN 403W Survey of Spanish American Literature I3
Study of Spanish American Literature through 1900,via representative texts and of theoretical and,critical issues pertinent to the Spanish American,context. Emphasis on reading, discussion, formal,analysis, and critical theory. Taught in Spanish.
SN 404W Survey of Spanish American Literature II3
Study of Spanish American Literature from 1900,via representative texts and of theoretical and,critical issues pertinent to the Spanish American,context. Emphasis on reading, discussion, formal,analysis, and critical theory. Taught in Spanish.
SN 406W Latin American Short Story3
A survey of the short story genre in Latin America,from its emergence in the 19th century to the,present day. The course will emphasize reading,,analysis, and critical theory in the context of,Latin American literary production. Taught in,Spanish. Also listed as LAS 406W
SN 408 Spanish for the Professions3
Introduction to business, medical, and/or legal,concepts, related vocabulary, and cultural issues.,Emphasis on both Latin America and the Hispanic,community in the U.S. Taught in Spanish. Periodic,offering.
SN 409W Survey of Spanish Literature I3
Study of the development of Spanish thought and,culture by evaluation of representative literary,works from the Middles Ages and Golden Age Spanish,literature, including theatre, poetry and prose.,Major works include Poema de Mior Cid, El Conde,Luscanor, Libro de Buen Amor and other Renaissance,and baroque works and authors such as Lazarillo de,Tormes, Lope de Vega, Tirso do Molina and Calderon,de la Barca. Taught in Spanish. Also listed as,LAS 409W. Also listed as EMS 409W.
SN 410W Survey of Spanish Literature II3
A continuation of the study of Spanish thought and,culture by evaluation of representative literary,works from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.,Literature covered in the course includes works,from the major literary movements such as,Illustration. Romanticismo, Realismo, and genres,of the "Generacion del 27" and "Generacion del,98." Major authors include Moratin, Larra,,Becquer, Galdoes, Unamuno, Machado, Ortega y,Gasset, Lorca and other major writers of the 20th,century. Taught in Spanish.
SN 411W Latin American Poetry3
The study and analysis of Latin American poetry,from the sixteenth century through today. The,course will address critical techniques for,reading poetry and the social impact of poetry in,the context of Latin American cultural production.,Also listed as LAS 411W.
SN 412 Performance in Hispanic World3
Study of theater and film in the Spanish-speaking,world in light of historical, theoretical, and,cultural contexts. Emphasis on reading,,discussion, analysis, and critical theory. Taught,in Spanish. Also listed as LAS 412.
SN 418 Latinos in the US3
This course traces the history of Latinos in the,United States. It also treats the important themes,of Latino life: acculturation, education,,employment, family, immigration and religion. This,course is taught in Spanish and is for Spanish,majors or students with the instructor's,permission.
SN 419 Latin-American Culture and Civilization3
Exploration of contemporary Spanish-American,culture in the U.S.A. and the Americas through,readings from a variety of fields. Historical,survey from the earliest times to present. Taught,in Spanish. Also listed as LAS 419.
SN 420 Spanish Culture and Civilization3
Historical survey of political, social, economic,,religious, literary and artistic life in Spain,from the earliest times to present. Taught in,Spanish. Also listed as EMS 420.
SN 427W Gender and Identity Formation in Latin,America3
Exploration of ideas about the self as it relates,to gender and Latin America through a case-study,approach paired with feminist critical theory.,Identity formation will be studied through,different disciplinary lenses (mainly history and,literary studies). The course will be taught in,Spanish. Also listed as HI/WGS/LAS/EMS 427H.
SN 427HW Gender and Identity Formation in Latin,America3
Exploration of ideas about the self as it relates,to gender and Latin America through a case-study,approach paired with feminist critical theory.,Identity formation will be studied through,different disciplinary lenses (mainly history and,literary studies). The course will be taught in,Spanish. Also listed as HI/WGS/LAS/EMS 427HW.
SN 432 Adv Conversational Spanish in Guatemala3
See SN 332. Jan Term study trip to Guatemala.
SN 433 Adv Conversational Spanish in Spain3
See SN 333. Jan Term study trip to Spain.
SN 434W Spanish and Latin American Women Writers3
A study of Spanish and Latin American works by,women writers. These works may include poetry,,short stories, plays, and essays. This course will,include an introduction to deconstruction and,feminist theory. Taught in Spanish.
SN 435 Spanish for Christian Ministry3
An emphasis on Spanish specific to ministry and,mission work. Bible study, worship, evangelism,,and cultural topics related to the Christian,faith. Taught in Spanish.
SN 436 Adv Conversational Spanish in Chile3
See SN 336. Jan Term study trip to Chile.
SN 441 Adv Conversational Spanish in Cent Amer,America4
See SN 341. May include some specialized language,instruction at a local language school or,university. Jan Term and spring semester, every,third year. Part of the Central American study,program.
SN 450 Spanish American Narrative & History3
Spanish American Narrative and History Study of a,variety of narrative forms essays, novels, short,stories, film, and works that define generic,boundaries that focus upon topical logic involving,history in the Spanish-speaking Americas. Taught,in Spanish. Also listed as LAS/EMS 450.
SN 450W Spanish American Narrative & History3
Spanish American Narrative and History Study of a,variety of narrative forms essays, novels, short,stories, film, and works that define generic,boundaries that focus upon topical logic involving,history in the Spanish-speaking Americas. Taught,in Spanish. Also listed as LAS/EMS 450W.
SN 460 Spanish Linguistics3
The course analyzes both Peninsular and Latin,American dialects at the linguistic levels of,phonetics-phonology, morphology, syntax and,semantics. This analysis leads to a better,understanding of language changes and grammar.
SN 465H Don Quixote3
This course will lead students through a close,reading of Cervantes' novel, Don Quixote de,la Mancha, published in 1605 and 1615. This work,has been credited with the rise of a genre (the,novel), as well with the creation of a national,identity (Don Quixote inextricable from Spanish,national identity). The novel is presented within,its historical context of Renaissance and Baroque,Spain. Throughout the course students will,discuss major and minor themes revealed in the,novel, such as the psychology of Don Quixote, the,relationship between fiction and reality,,cultural forces and moral fabric of the times,,and discussions of character and the human,spirit.,Also listed as EMS 465H.
SN 465WH Don Quixote3
This course will lead students through a close,reading of Cervantes' novel, Don Quixote de la,Mancha, published in 1605 and 1615. This work has,been credited with the rise of a genre (the,novel), as well with the creation of a national,identity (Don Quixote inextricable from Spanish,national identity). The novel is presented within,its historical context of Renaissance and Baroque,Spain. Throughout the course students will discuss,major and minor themes revealed in the novel, such,as the psychology of Don Quixote, the relationship,between fiction and reality, cultural forces and,moral fabric of the times, and discussions of,character and the human spirit.

WL Courses

WL 442 Methods for Teaching Languages, K-123
Study and application of various aspects of,foreign-language teaching. Testing, focus on the,learner, performance objectives, and teaching of,culture. Course includes methods and observation,of language teaching at both elementary and,secondary levels. Taught through the School of,Education. Online offering.
WL 498 World Languages & Cultures Capstone1
Course is designed to assist majors in the,process of discerning their future careers and,vocations. Students will refine research and,writing skills in the target language, prepare,job search materials in English and the target,language, explore their own cultural awareness,and competencies, and take part in panel,discussions with members of the community whose,daily jobs involve the use of a second language.,Class culminates in presentation of electronic,portfolio. Students must be declared majors or,minors in the department.

​General Requirements for a Major in Spanish:

  • Students majoring in Spanish are required to study abroad for a semester in a Spanish-speaking country. Only courses taken in the target language will count toward the student's Spanish major. Students who complete this requirement are required to concurrently register for WL 196 (1 credit) unless their program is led by Whitworth faculty.
  • All Spanish majors must schedule and take either the DELE exam or the ACTFL OPI prior to graduation.  All students must consult with their advisor to determine the appropriate exam and timing for each student. The exam must be arranged through the WLC Department.
  • A grade of C or better is required for all courses in the major or minor.

The learning outcomes of this major ensure that our students will:

  1. Take part in increasingly complex conversations with native speakers and handle advanced linguistic challenges with sufficient accuracy and clarity to communicate effectively in the target language on familiar topics and topics related to employment, current events, and matters of public and community interest. (This is based on the ACTFL definition of Advanced Low.)
  2. Analyze and interpret a variety of texts (e.g., literary, historical, biblical), compose critical analyses, and demonstrate familiarity with research and critical approaches.
  3. Articulate how cultural awareness can be integrated with lived experience in the development of intercultural competency.
  4. Interact significantly with others while living and studying in another culture.
  5. Apply vocational discernment to professional and personal goals.
  6. Articulate an expression of their faith/worldview in relation to their discipline, their vocation, and the communities they encounter in the United States and abroad. 

Requirements for a Major in Spanish, B.A. (36-39)

Note: If a student enters the Spanish program at the 300 level, the student must take the CLEP test to receive credit for SN 201 - SN 202. The CLEP test must be taken within six months from the time a major is declared. A student may not take or receive credit for the CLEP test if they have earned more than 120 credits. To take the CLEP test students need to have their Spanish advisor sign the CLEP form and then turn it into the registrar’s office.
SN 201Intermediate Spanish I4
SN 202Intermediate Spanish II4
WL 498World Languages & Cultures Capstone1
SN 311Advanced Spanish Language and Composition3
or SN 311A Advanced Spanish Language and Composition for Heritage Language Learners
SN 312Foundations of Reading and Interpretation3
One of the following:3-4
Advanced Conversational Spanish
Conversational Spanish in Guatemala
Conversational Spanish in Spain
Conversational Spanish in Chile
Conversational Spanish in Cent Amer
One course within the major must be writing intensive

Track I: Language & Literature (36)

Core courses plus 18 additional upper-division Spanish credits *18
*

These 18 upper-division credits must include a minimum of two literature courses and one course on culture and civilization.

Track II: Spanish Education (39)

Meets Washington state endorsement requirements for teaching Spanish. Students wishing to teach Spanish must see an advisor in the School of Education to learn about the requirements for the Elementary or Secondary Education programs.
Core courses plus 15 additional upper-division Spanish credits15
These 15 upper-division credits must include a minimum of one literature course and one course on culture and civilization.
The following two courses are also required:
EDU 361Second-Language Acquisition3
WL 442Methods for Teaching Languages, K-123
  1. Take part in increasingly complex conversations with native speakers and handle advanced linguistic challenges with sufficient accuracy and clarity to communicate effectively in the target language on familiar topics and topics related to employment, current events, and matters of public and community interest. (This is based on the ACTFL definition of Advanced Low.)
  2. Analyze and interpret a variety of texts (e.g., literary, historical, biblical), compose critical analyses, and demonstrate familiarity with research and critical approaches.
  3. Articulate how cultural awareness can be integrated with lived experience in the development of intercultural competency.
  4. Interact significantly with others while living and studying in another culture.
  5. Apply vocational discernment to professional and personal goals.
  6. Articulate an expression of their faith/worldview in relation to their discipline, their vocation, and the communities they encounter in the United States and abroad. 

​General Requirements for a Major in French and Francophone Studies:

French and Francophone Studies majors complete introductory level courses in French language. They then go on to complete an array of challenging classes that they choose themselves from among literature, history, political science, film and critical theory, relating to French and Francophone culture. All majors become careful and insightful readers, judicious and thoughtful researchers, and clear, imaginative writers with a strong, interdisciplinary range of skills. Students will have the experience of studying abroad in a French or Francophone country (classes may be taken in English.) We graduate students whose strong speaking, writing, analysis and problem-solving skills make them resourceful professionals and global citizens.

Besides the French and Francophone Studies minor, we support a range of other minors:

  • Medieval and Early Modern Studies
  • Film and Visual Narrative
  • English
  • Women and Gender Studies
  • International Studies

The learning outcomes for this major ensure that our students will:

  1. Have a beginner’s understanding of the French language.
  2. Analyze and interpret a variety of texts (e.g., literary, historical, biblical), compose critical analyses, and demonstrate familiarity with research and critical approaches.
  3. Articulate how cultural awareness can be integrated with lived experience in the development of intercultural competency.
  4. Apply vocational discernment to professional and personal goals.
  5. Articulate an expression of their faith/worldview in relation to their discipline, their vocation, and the communities they encounter in the United States and abroad.

Requirements for French and Francophone Studies, BA (36)
WL 498World Languages & Cultures Capstone1
FR 102Elementary French II4
or FR 111
Study abroad in a Francophone country3
28 credits from the following28
Art in France
Arthurian Legends and the Holy Grail
Medieval Women Writers
French Literature before 1800
French Literature After 1800
Francophone African Lit/Film
Intermediate Oral French in Guadeloupe
or FR 339
 Advanced Oral French in Guadeloupe
French Cinema
Francophone New World Lit
French Crime Fiction
French Civilization & Culture
Medieval Europe
The French Revolution
International Relations
additional credits completed during study abroad in Francophone country
One course within the major must be writing intensive

Note: If a student enters the French program at the 300 level, the student must take the CLEP test to receive credit for FR 201 - FR 202. The CLEP test must be taken within six months from the time a major is declared. To take the CLEP test students need to have their French advisor sign the CLEP form and then turn it into the registrar’s office.

Requirements for a Minor in French and Francophone Studies (18)
FR 102Elementary French II4
or FR 111
14 credits selected from the following14
Art in France
Arthurian Legends and the Holy Grail
Medieval Women Writers
French Literature before 1800
French Literature After 1800
Francophone African Lit/Film
Intermediate Oral French in Guadeloupe
or FR 339
 Advanced Oral French in Guadeloupe
French Cinema
French Women Writers
Francophone New World Lit
French Crime Fiction
French Civilization & Culture
Medieval Europe
The French Revolution
International Relations
Study abroad in a Francophone country

Requirements for a Minor in Spanish (20)
Note: If a student enters the program at the 300 level, the student must take the CLEP test to receive credit for SN-201-SN-202. The CLEP test must be taken within six months from the time a minor is declared. To take the CLEP test students need to have their Spanish advisor sign the CLEP form and then turn it into the registrar's office.
20 credits beyond the elementary level* 20
*

These 20 credits must include a minimum of one 400-level course.

Requirements for a Minor in Chinese (19)

Six courses, or a minimum of 19 credits, beyond the elementary or 100-level. Up to 12 upper-division credits may be earned from another accredited institution or through study abroad (ISEP or other approved exchange).

Requirements for a Minor in Spanish with a Teaching Endorsement in Spanish (32)
Meets Washington state endorsement requirements for teaching Spanish.
All endorsements subject to change; see School of Education for updated requirements.
Note: If students enter the program at the 300 level, they must take the CLEP test to receive credit for SN-201-SN-202. The CLEP test must be taken within six months from the time a minor is declared. To take the CLEP test students need to have their Spanish advisor sign the CLEP form and then turn it into the registrar's office.
SN 201Intermediate Spanish I4
SN 202Intermediate Spanish II4
SN 311Advanced Spanish Language and Composition3
SN 312Foundations of Reading and Interpretation3
One of the following:3
Advanced Conversational Spanish
Conversational Spanish in Guatemala
Conversational Spanish in Spain
Conversational Spanish in Chile
9 additional upper-division credits9
These 9 upper-division credits must include a minimum of one literature course and one course on culture and civilization.
EDU 361Second-Language Acquisition3
WL 442Methods for Teaching Languages, K-123

Requirements for a Minor in Spanish for Health Professions (20)
Note: If a student enters the program at the 300 level, the student must take the CLEP test to receive credit for SN-201-SN-202. The CLEP test must be taken within six months from the time a minor is declared. Students may not take or receive credit for the CLEP test if they have earned over 120 credits. To take the CLEP test students need to have their Spanish advisor sign the CLEP form and then turn it into the registrar's office.
SN 201Intermediate Spanish I4
SN 202Intermediate Spanish II4
SN 311Advanced Spanish Language and Composition3
SN 208Spanish for Health Professions3
One of the following experiential learning options3
Conversational Spanish in Guatemala
Conversational Spanish in Spain
Conversational Spanish in Chile
Conversational Spanish in Cent Amer
Field Study (Field Study)
SN 312 or any 400-level Spanish course3
*

The minor requires completion of the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview

Asian Studies Minor (18)

Requirements for the Asian studies minor are listed in the Asian studies page.

Latin American Studies Minor (21)

Requirements for the Latin American studies minor are listed in the Latin American studies page.

Medieval & Early Modern Studies Minor (19)

Requirements for the medieval & early modern studies minor are listed in the medieval & early modern studies page.

Dean of Arts & Sciences

JOHN PELL

Chair

BENDI BENSON SCHRAMBACH

Professors

JENNIFER BROWN (FRENCH)BENDI BENSON SCHRAMBACH (FRENCH)

Associate professors

ÁNGELES ALLER (SPANISH)KATHERINE KARR-CORNEJO (SPANISH)JACOB RAPP (SPANISH)

Assistant professor

GREGG BREKKE (ELL)

Instructors

KIM HERNÁNDEZ (SPANISH)

Lecturers

FRÉDÉRIC DUGENET (FRENCH)CARMEN FELICE (SPANISH)RYAN PETERSON (SENIOR, SPANISH)DONNA SAMPSON (SENIOR, SPANISH)