Department of Modern and Classical Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Sophie Esch
Associate Professor
Director, Center for Latin American and Latinx Studies
Average rating
3.9
25 temporary mock ratings
Difficulty
2.2
course-linked average
Courses
3
in seeded sections
Courses taught
FWIS 151
Animals In Contemp Culture
Do cats rule the internet? Why do we love capybaras so much? How come people in Mexico are hoarding axolotls in their purses? This course explores the ubiquity and meaning of animals in contemporary culture. Students will examine how animals appear in film, literature, social media, food systems, and science.
First-Yr Writing Intensive SemFWIS3 credits
3.56.9hEsch, Sophie
LALX 158
Intro Latin American Studies
This course immerses students into Caribbean and Latin American studies by introducing them to the history, society, politics, and culture of the region, through a cross-disciplinary and a multi-national approach. Taught in English. Open to all students. Previously offered as SPAN 158 and LASR 158. Credit cannot be earned for LALX 158 if a student has previously taken SPAN 158 or LASR 158. Cross-list: SPAN 158.
Latin American/Latinx StudiesD13 credits
4.38.9hEsch, Sophie
SPAN 158
Intro Latin American Studies
This course immerses students into Caribbean and Latin American studies by introducing them to the history, society, politics, and culture of the region, through a cross-disciplinary and a multi-national approach. Taught in English. Open to all students. Previously offered as SPAN 158 and LASR 158. Credit cannot be earned for LALX 158 if a student has previously taken SPAN 158 or LASR 158. Cross-list: LALX 158.
SpanishD13 credits
4.08.4hEsch, Sophie