Spanish

Overview

Fluency in a second language is increasingly valuable in today’s world, making a Spanish minor an excellent complement to virtually any major. Add a sought-after skill to your resumé that can set you apart in the job market. This program is available on campus or online.

Gain a solid introduction to the Spanish language and Hispanic culture as you enhance practical language skills through courses such as:

• Beginning, intermediate and advanced Spanish
• Conversational Spanish
• Latin American culture and civilization
• Voices of Hispanic women
• Latino Culture in the U.S.
• Special topics in literature and culture
• Become proficient in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish
• Be able to explain aspects of Hispanic culture
• Improve your learning in other academic disciplines
• Identify similarities and differences between Spanish and your native language

Through a minor in Spanish at UW-Superior, you will:

Teaching Licensure

Students majoring in elementary or secondary education may minor in Spanish education through UW-Superior’s teacher education program. A Spanish education minor leads to grades K-12 licensure in the State of Wisconsin and would allow you to teach in a varied Spanish language and culture curriculum. Certification for licensure requires completion of the Instruction Minor/required teacher certification coursework and student teaching in elementary, middle, and/or high school.

Unique Opportunities

Students may work with a faculty member to design their own Spanish studies major, which includes a special study abroad opportunity in conjunction with UW-Superior’s cooperating institution in San Jose, Costa Rica.

The Spanish program is wonderful with its options for diverse and in-depth courses. I especially loved the opportunity I had to study abroad in Costa Rica. I learned so much and feel well-prepared for my future career because of my time at UWS.

Ailee Miller, Biology Pre-Med, Spanish