SPAN 121 — : Introduction to Hispanic Cultures
This course explores the diverse cultures of Spain and Spanish America through film, music, art, literature, and traditions. Students will examine how cultural and artistic expressions evolve through historical exchanges, migrations, and creative contributions, including those of Indigenous, African, and other global cultures. The course considers how cultural traditions and artistic expressions adapt, transform, and persist through cross-cultural interactions, colonial legacies, and cultural and social movements. Emphasis is placed on understanding and appreciating cultural diversity over time. No prior study of the Spanish language or Hispanic culture is required. Taught in English.