Description
Why minor in Spanish? Spanish ranks as the world's second most-spoken language and third most-present language on the Internet. Today Spanish is an official language of the UN and its institutions, the European Union and other international organizations.
Learning the Spanish language and the cultures of the 20 countries where it is an official language is important for many majors including International Business and International Studies. A Spanish minor equips students with knowledge of the cultures related to the language studied, making them better able to understand and work with these communities at home and abroad. Knowledge of another language and culture is also desirable in many other professions. Students who complement their degree in health care, social work, criminal justice, and communications with the study of languages and cultures are better able to understand, serve, and communicate with the diverse population in the US. The courses offered for the Spanish minor teach students to identify and appreciate cultural connections and differences, helping them grow into their role as global citizens.
Admission to the Program
Any undergraduate student can declare this minor.
Program Requirements (18 credits)
All courses in the minor must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher. Courses with grades lower than "C" must be repeated.
The minor in Spanish consists of 18 credits as follows:
Required Courses (9 credits)
- SPN 212 Intermediate Spanish II
- SPN 350 It's all Debatable! Communication in Spanish
- SPN 351 Compose Yourself
Electives (9 credits)
- See course descriptions.