A sociological study of gender as a socially and culturally constructed phenomenon. Topics shall include the intersection of gender and race/ethnicity and class; sexualities; gender and social movements; sociological theories concerning gender; feminist theory; and research on the relevance of gender to various subfields of sociology.

A sociological study of selected topics related to organizations and work. Topics may include decision- making and leadership in organizations; environmental impacts of organizations; the future of unions and workplace democracy; and changes in labor markets. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits under different subtitles.

Intensive examination of the ideas and continuing significance of leading nineteenth century sociological theorists. The work of Marx, Weber, Durkheim, and Simmel or Mead is given particular attention. Discussion concerns the contents of their writings, the sociohistorical context in which they were developed, and their applicability to contemporary society.

Advanced study of topics of current importance in sociology, such as structural strain and social change, game theory, decision processes, communication and power structure. May be repeated under different subtitles to a maximum of 12 credits.

Offers and introduction to Spanish linguistics; establishes the basis for future application of linguistic principles. Provides students with a level of knowledge that enables them to make connections between the structure of Spanish and relevant issues in contemporary Hispanic linguistics.

Reading and analysis of Spanish literary and cultural works from the 20th and 21st century. The course may cover multiple genres, authors, periods, regions, or topics. Course may be repeated under different titles to a maximum of six credits.

The study of U.S. Latino history, with primary emphasis on the evolution of politics of immigration and Spanish in the U.S. These issues will be studied with the primary intent of what they mean to Central Kentucky. This course is conducted in Spanish and incorporates a service learning component which is finalized the first week of the semester.

An independent research course leading to an undergraduate thesis in Hispanic Studies (research thesis, technology-based project, translation project) for majors in the Department of Hispanic Studies to be supervised by one/two faculty member(s) on topics dealing with Spanish and/or Latin American studies (literature, culture, civilization, visual studies), Hispanic Linguistics, or the teaching of Spanish.

Survey of major trends in critical and cultural theory since the early 20th century, from Formalism and New Criticism through Cultural Studies. Required of all new graduate students.

Intensive study of an author, genre, period, or movement of Latin American or U.S. Hispanic literature, or an aspect of Latin American or U.S. Hispanic linguistics or culture. Taught in English or Spanish. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 credits when taught under different subtitles.