BA Spanish

The curriculum in the Department allows students to develop skills in a second language as part of the College's mission to produce a well-rounded graduate who is prepared for life and citizenship as well as for a career. Because today's world is enriched by diversity, faculty strive to cultivate in each student an understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Respect for self and others must be at the basis of any worthwhile communication. It is in this sense that the Department considers the study of other languages integral to a liberal arts education. All classes foster the skills of communication and understanding in a second language. Listening, speaking, reading, writing, and an exploration of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world are integrated at each level of study. With the changing cultural landscape of today's world, it has become more apparent that knowledge of another language is advantageous and perhaps a necessity for living in a globalized world.Spanish ranks high among the world's most spoken languages. The Spanish-speaking population in the United States has continued to climb rapidly. This makes a Spanish major an ideal choice for foreign language study. In fact, the U.S. government is among the largest employers for foreign language speakers.Whether your ultimate career goal is in business, diplomacy, education, health care, law, social services, government, communications or many other fields, fluency in Spanish and an understanding of the Spanish culture is sure to open many doors for you.