CBU Spanish majors gain fluency in the language by the time of graduation, becoming
able to speak, listen, read and write in Spanish. Fluency in Spanish opens job opportunities
in teaching, translation and interpretation, while also being useful for many other
professional positions. Since bilingual proficiency and multicultural adaptability
are an integral part of the Spanish program, students are encouraged to participate
in study-abroad opportunities in Spanish-speaking countries.
Be immersed in the language Our program requires students to participate in immersion experiences. Students have
the opportunity to attend local Spanish-speaking churches, literary conferences, Latin
American restaurants and even travel abroad to Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries
like Spain, Chile, Argentina and Peru. Faculty members mentor students academically
and spiritually so that they grow in their knowledge of the Spanish language and build
their relationship with Christ.
Enhance your résumé Employers prefer bilingual workers because they are capable of reaching more consumers.
Our program ensures that students are prepared to use the language in such industries
as health care, education, business, law enforcement, communication and social services.
CBU offers degrees in most of these fields and students often double major with Spanish.
The ability to speak Spanish also helps one travel to and share the gospel in more
than 22 Spanish-speaking countries.
Intermediate Conversational Spanish
SPA 233
The course will provide comprehensible input in a low anxiety environment in order
to enhance second language acquisition.
Spanish Grammar in Context and Composition
SPA 325
This course reviews elementary and intermediate level structures of Spanish and introduces
advanced grammatical constructions.
Latin American Literature II
SPA 424
This course studies major works in Latin American literature written from the nineteenth
century to present times.
Student Learning Outcomes
Listening and reading: Graduates of the Spanish program will demonstrate listening and reading comprehension
skills sufficient to understand any genre of literature or speech in the target language
at a level equivalent to the advanced level according to the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines.
Speaking and writing: Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in speaking and writing the Spanish language.
Graduates will conduct oral demonstrations and prepare academic papers in the Spanish
language at a level equivalent to the advanced level according to the ACTFL Proficiency
Guidelines.
Take the next step toward living your purpose
As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational
experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and
fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do
more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training
and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and
knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and
all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.
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Career Opportunities
Secondary Education Teacher
Spanish Teacher
Professional Interpreter
Translator
Journalist
Publisher
Missionary
Political Aid
Social Worker
Business Consultant
ESL Teacher
*Some career opportunities may require further education
"I chose this major because I want to improve my Spanish and help others that want
to learn this language. I like that I am able to get to know other individuals that
are interested in the same program and connect with them. I've grown spiritually through
this program because my professors always bring faith and Christ in each lesson and
I am able to connect my faith with what I am learning in the classroom." Maggie Franco, 2020
Alumni Spotlight
"The faculty at CBU prepared me for the real world. We did not simply learn about the
language, but interacted in it. Since graduation, I have worked as a Spanish teacher
and continue to use just about everything that I learned from the Spanish department
in my professional life." Tyler Dutchover, 2015
Meet Some of Our Faculty
Khamla Dhouti Martinez
Program Director, Assistant Professor of Spanish
I began my college career as an accounting major, but after a few classes, I decided
it wasn’t for me. I continued to pursue my study of languages, both Spanish and French.
For my master’s degree, I ended up living in Spain for a year, and have since spent
time in Cuba, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. I encourage students to continue
their studies of languages, even if it’s not their major, because one never knows
where one might end up living or working.
I began my college career as an accounting major, but after a few classes, I decided
it wasn’t for me. I continued to pursue my study of languages, both Spanish and French.
For my master’s degree, I ended up living in Spain for a year, and have since spent
time in Cuba, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. I encourage students to continue
their studies of languages, even if it’s not their major, because one never knows
where one might end up living or working.
