"There are no facts, only interpretations." Nietzsche's critique of positivism resonates in the turn to represent the real in contemporary cultural production. Documentary film and theater, verbatim theater, performance, and autofiction are just some examples of the illusion of a direct access to the real that became more present recently in Spain. We will study cultural practices that have explored the transit from life to the page, screen or stage.

In this class we will explore the main topics in the current literature in pragmatics within linguistics. The goal in this class is that students explore the complexities involved in the construction of meaning. The field of formal pragmatics is concerned with the investigation of the meanings of utterances that cannot be compositionally derived from the conventional meanings of their parts.

This seminar examines questions of space and place in literary texts with special attention to lyric poetry.

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This seminar provides a forum in which candidates are called to reflect on and discuss issues related to their student teaching experiences. More importantly, it provides candidates with the support they need to tackle the various required components of the teaching portfolio in Tk20.

Honors Thesis expectations are high. The intended end-product is a traditional research manuscript with accompanying artifact(s), all theses: - are 6 credits or more of sustained research on a single topic, typically conducted over two semesters. - begin with creative inquiry and systematic research. - include documentation of substantive scholarly endeavor. - culminate in an oral defense or other form of public presentation.

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From popular Netflix series to award-winning novels, narco-narratives have become some of the most frequently told stories about Latin America. This course examines literature, film. television, music, and journalism representing aspects of the illegal drug trade and the so-called war on drugs. It considers how popular depictions of the drug war often perpetuate myths and misconceptions.

This course offers a critical view of regional and social varieties of Spanish language spoken in Spain and Latin America, with specific emphasis on situations of language contact and multilingualism affecting Spanish in those areas. We will pay close attention to varieties that are not considered standard or prestigious among Spanish speakers, and how this consideration affects people's lives and self-esteem. (Gen. Ed. SB, DG)