Spanish Minor
Undergrad Majors & Programs Languages, Cultures, and Reconciliation Studies Majors & Minors
Languages and Cultures

The Spanish minor examines Spanish language, culture, history, and literature. Students who choose this minor often major in business, education, nursing, journalism, reconciliation studies, or biblical and theological studies.
Why should I study Spanish?
Spanish isn’t just a foreign language anymore—it’s currently the second most commonly spoken language in the U.S and the national language in 21 countries in Latin America and Europe. Spanish is a high-demand language in many fields, including education, business, healthcare, communication and marketing, and psychology. By developing a deeper understanding of culture and identity, you’ll be equipped to engage with Spanish-speaking people from all over the world.What skills will I develop?
With a minor in Spanish, you'll be prepared to:
- Engage meaningfully with other cultures
- Use critical theory to unpack issues of power, race, gender, and social class
- Practice empathy and openness
- Adapt to new places and situations
- Thrive and establish lasting relationships in Spanish-speaking cultures
- Understand your own culture and other cultures
- Think critically
- Communicate effectively in writing and speaking
Classes that count toward your Spanish minor:
- SPA 201S Intermediate Spanish I
- SPA 202UZ Intermediate Spanish II
- SPA 261S Spanish for Health Professionals
- SPA 330S Advanced Conversation
- SPA 340U Ibero-American History
- SPA 342 Readings from Latin America and Spain
- SPA 361 Introducción a la Biblio
45%
of students have paid campus jobs
98%
employment placement rate of graduates
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