Spanish Language and Culture
Major in
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish is the second most-spoken language in the United States and a means to communicating with more than 400 million people around the globe. As a Spanish major at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ, you will learn and interact with the cultural groups that speak Spanish within the U.S. and abroad while developing the critical intercultural skills necessary in our multicultural world. Develop long-lasting relationships and expand your outlook through study abroad in Spain, Chile or Ecuador.
As a Spanish language and culture major at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
you might take:
Examine the interplay of culture, religion and politics of the peoples of Spain from early beginnings to the present day. (GLSP 211)
Spanish Culture and Civilization
Examine the interplay of culture, religion and politics of the peoples of Spain from early beginnings to the present day. (GLSP 211)
Learn about Latinx identity and acquire the formal Spanish needed for jobs where intercultural skills, translation and interpretation services are in high demand. (GLSP 290/291)
Spanish for Bilingual and Heritage Learners
Learn about Latinx identity and acquire the formal Spanish needed for jobs where intercultural skills, translation and interpretation services are in high demand. (GLSP 290/291)
Engage with major literary works to reflect on current issues in the Spanish-speaking cultures of Latin America, Spain and the Hispanic Caribbean. Taught in Spanish. (GLSP 350)
Topics in Spanish Literature
Engage with major literary works to reflect on current issues in the Spanish-speaking cultures of Latin America, Spain and the Hispanic Caribbean. Taught in Spanish. (GLSP 350)
Studying Spanish language and culture at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
Learning Outcomes
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Critically analyze through cultural products such as film, literature and other media, cultural practices and historical contexts that have shaped the target culture.
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Communicate effectively in the target language of study on a variety of topics related to interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes, both in academic and professional contexts and in a culturally appropriate fashion.
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Engage in civic learning to gain insights into global and local citizenry.
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Develop an understanding of and respect for diverse values and perspectives as portrayed in the communities of the target culture.
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Reflect upon personal experiences in the target culture to transfer learning to new, complex situations.
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Intern in all areas of Spanish language and culture
Attending classes is only part of the language-learning experience. Internships give you the opportunity to communicate in your target language or interact with people from those cultures. Internships provide invaluable hands-on experience and further develop your professional skills.
Here are some examples of places where students have interned:
- Museo de las Americas, Denver
- Beyond Backpacks
- Lutheran Community Services
- McMinnville High School, English-Spanish interpreter
- McMinnville Free Clinic, interpreting, translating and intake information
- Yamhill Community Action Partnership (YCAP)
- Unidos Bridging Communities
Life After ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
You will leave prepared for a career in areas such as:
Education
- Teacher
- Principal
- Distance Learning Coordinator
Administrative Services
- Operations Manager
- Owner
- Chief Financial Officer
Estimate wage: $71.3k
Estimate of what ÃÛѨÊÓƵ Spanish alumni could be making based on their current ages, occupations and geographic locations.
Potential wage: $96.2k
The potential wage is based on the average wage for the occupations.
Top career paths
The top five education-to-career paths of ÃÛѨÊÓƵ Spanish alumni include:
- Operations Manager
- Owner
- Teacher
- Author
- Principal
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