Entrelíneas: Creative Writing in Spanish

Undergraduate

An entry point to the writing of fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction, with a focus on developing the techniques and abilities essential for crafting imaginative texts and honing self-expression. Through in-class tasks, substantive discussions on composition and craft, and analyses of contemporary Latinx, Latin American, and Spanish works, you will advance your language proficiency, sharpen your writing skills, and nurture your unique voice as a writer. Throughout the course, you’ll complete regular writing exercises with the assistance of prompts. At the end of each unit, the course transitions to a workshop format where students receive constructive feedback on their writing from both their peers and the instructor. These discussions will enhance our collective understanding of the choices available to us as writers and the various techniques and strategies at our disposal. The syllabus is divided into three units, one for each genre: fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. By the semester’s end, students create a comprehensive final portfolio, incorporating the last revisions of assignments from each course unit. This course is designed as a broad introduction to creative writing in Spanish. It can be taken on its own or alongside SPAN 2101 . SPAN 1400 , SPAN 1450 , SPAN 1500 , or L5 placement. L5 , HU HTBA