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Learn the nation’s fastest growing language.
Join a connected community of over 350 million Spanish speakers across the world. The Spanish minor at William Woods University gives you the opportunity to embrace more than just a language, but a unique culture, richly seeded in history and celebrated through vibrant traditions.
It is predicted that by the year 2050, the U.S. will be the largest Spanish-speaking country in the world. Whether you hope to work for an international company/organization, or you have a job right here in the U.S., knowing Spanish can benefit you in countless ways.
In addition to making you a more marketable job candidate, studies have shown that being bilingual improves memory and problem-solving skills and strengthens ability to focus, along with other cognitive skills. Reading, writing, listening, speaking and cultural competence coursework within the Spanish minor equips you with a well-rounded Spanish education.
The minor in spanish at William Woods University includes 6 required course credits and 12 required elective credits.
Minor Requirements
Core Credits: 6.00
| Emphasis on communication, pair and group work and learning in context. Continued promotion of development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Hispanic culture and civilization. Prerequisite – SPA 102 or 4 years of high school Spanish. credits: | Intermediate Spanish I | 3 |
| Continued opportunities to improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Review of grammar and introduction of additional vocabulary needed to express ideas and opinions related to Hispanic culture and literature. Prerequisite: SPA 203 credits: | Intermediate Spanish II | 3 |
Required Upper Level Elective - 12 Credits
credits: | Independent Study | 3 |
| Continued practice with Spanish language needed to survive in situations in which Spanish must be used. In addition students will have the opportunity to discuss contemporary issues through newspaper and magazine articles and cultural readings. Prerequisite – SPA 204 credits: | Advanced Spanish Conversation | 3 |
| Selected reading from important works of Hispanic literature designed to give the student an introduction to the most important writers of the Hispanic world. Prerequisite: SPA 204 or permission of the instructor. credits: | Introduction to Hispanic Literature | 3 |
credits: | Interdisciplinary Honors Studies | 3 |
| An introduction to Spanish culture and civilization as it has developed over the centuries. Prerequisite: SPA 204 or permission of instructor. credits: | Spanish Civilization | 3 |
| A systemic study of Spanish grammar and syntax. Oral and written exercises are designed to develop proficiency both in spoken and written Spanish. Prerequisite: SPA 204 credits: | Advanced Grammar and Composition | 3 |
| Requires a minimum of 120 clock hours in an approved work situation. The student must submit a log documenting the work dates and times and describing the work activities according to at least three preapproved objectives. In addition, the student will submit three essays describing and evaluating each of the following: the role of the on-site supervisor, the quality of the work environment, and the usefulness of extended internships. The student will also prepare a resume. Requires permission of the division chair. credits: | SPA Internship I | 3 |
credits: | Advanced Project | 3 |