2006-2007 UNIVERSITY CATALOGUE

LAS - Latin American Studies

150 Introduction to Latin American Studies
3 crs (3-0). F.
GE-IIIG; CD2; FC
An interdisciplinary course introducing students both to the culture and civilization of Latin America and to Latin American Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

312 /512 Latinos in the U.S.
2 crs (2-0). F, Sp.
P: SPAN 301 or consent of instructor
GE-IVD; CD2
Cross-listed with SPAN 312
Credit may not be earned in both SPAN 312 and LAS 312
Issues relevant to the Latino population in the U.S. will be analyzed and discussed through readings, films, presentations, class discussions, and other activities. Readings and films will be primarily in English; discussions will be in Spanish.

321 /521 Latin American Geography
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
GE-IIIC; FC
Cross-listed with GEOG 321
Credit may not be earned in both GEOG 321 and LAS 321
The physical and cultural landscapes of Latin America, including North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean Islands, with attention to the major cultural, economic, social, and political currents of each region.

352 /552 Contemporary Spanish American Civilization
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: SPAN 301 or consent of instructor
GE-IVD; CD1; FC
Cross-listed with SPAN 352
No credit if taken after SPAN 351. Credit may not be earned
in both SPAN 352 and LAS 352.
Introduction to the historical background necessary for comprehending contemporary Latin America. Analysis of current social, political, and economic issues, with consideration of influential personalities in present-day Latin American society.

367 /567 Survey of Spanish American Literature
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: SPAN 301 or consent of instructor; recommended to take
after study abroad
GE-IVD; FC
Cross-listed with SPAN 367
Credit may not be earned in both SPAN 367 and LAS 367
Study and literary analysis of the work of the principal writers of Spanish American Literature from indigenous to contemporary literature.

450 Capstone for Latin American Studies
1-3 crs. F, Wi, Sp, Su.
P: Limited to Latin American Studies majors
FC; Not for GE; CP
Audit enrollment not allowed
Minimum senior standing
Instructor approval required
Study of a topic or special area pertaining to any aspect of Latin America or Latinos in the U.S. as approved by the supervising instructor and the Latin American Studies program coordinator.

476 /676 The Novel in Spanish America
3 crs (3-0).
P: SPAN 363/563, or SPAN/LAS 367,or consent of instructor
Not for GE; FC
Cross-listed with SPAN 476
Credit may not be earned in both SPAN 476 and LAS 476
Study of the most important novelists of Spanish America, from 1850 to 1950.

477 /677 The Novel in Spanish America
3 crs (3-0).
P: SPAN 363/563, or SPAN/LAS 367,or consent of instructor
Not for GE; FC
Cross-listed with SPAN 477
Credit may not be earned in both SPAN 477 and LAS 477
Continuation of SPAN/LAS 476/676. Covers period from 1950 to the present.

480 /680 Spanish American Literature and Film
3 crs (3-0). F, even-numbered years.
P: SPAN 363/563 or SPAN/LAS 367
FC; Not for GE
Cross-listed with SPAN 480
Credit may not be earned in both SPAN 480 and LAS 480
This course is an in-depth study of contemporary Spanish American literature and the film versions of the literature in their historical and social contexts.