Why Study Spanish?

There are 60 million Hispanics in the US, 17% of the entire population. By 2060, 1/3^rd of the US population will be Hispanics.

Go ahead! Major in Spanish!

1. A major guarantees your fluency in the language (a minor does not). Graduating majors are given an ACTFL diploma of the level of their language skill (the RLL Department finances and conducts the exam).
2. The major is not only language, but also gives students cultural literacy, an understanding that cultures are relative. Students are also taught intercultural commination as well.
3. A major may make a difference in your acceptance ina graduate program or your employment in a job you are competing for.

El español es la segunda lengua materna del mundo con 528 millones de hablantes

• El español es la segunda lengua materna del mundo con 528 millones de hablantes