BA in Spanish

Broadly focused on the liberal arts, the major in Spanish encompasses courses in language, literature, linguistics, culture, the arts, and related fields. It features in-depth engagement with the language, literatures, and cultures of Spain, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Spanish linguistics courses examine the structure of the language, its historical development, and variations in usage. Because Spanish is the second most spoken language in the United States, the study of US Spanish and Latino literature and culture are integral parts of the program