Spanish - Lake Superior State University

Spanish from Lake Superior State University is a Campus Bachelor Language degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Program Description: Spanish is spoken by the third largest group of the world's population today ? 250 million people. The Spanish B.A. program at LSSU is designed to give students the opportunity to acquire Spanish language profciency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The program will introduce Spanish majors to prominent historical, social and artistic developments of Spanish speaking countries. Students successfully completing their Spanish major studies will improve their skills in critical reading, analytic writing, communication and linguistic awareness. In addition, they will develop understanding of, and appreciation for, diversity and cultural difference through immersion into the history, culture, and art of Spanish speaking countries. The program will prepare students for the communicative and culturally aware use of the Spanish language in careers related to international relations, business, communication and cultural exchange. Students with a degree in Spanish will gain marketable linguistic skills to work in areas of public service with bilingual or Spanish speaking populations in the United States. Career Descriptions: Spanish Teaching and ESL ? After successful completion of state requirements and certification, students with a B.A. in Spanish are eligible to teach Spanish in elementary as well as secondary education. In addition, students may choose from job opportunities in the widening field of English as a Second Language (ESL), teaching English to students in both the United States and in Spanish speaking countries. Preparation for Graduate School ? Students who earn a B.A. in Spanish at LSSU may apply for graduate school to pursue advanced studies in Spanish as either a major or minor. International Business, Diplomacy and Law ? In an increasingly global society, the ability to speak both English and Spanish provides students with marketable skills to function well in the world of international trade. Developing Spanish skills beyond the level of minimal language requirement classes greatly increases career opportunities for individuals in the areas of business, law, technology, and international relations. The global expansion of American companies creates a demand for those who are able to function and communicate effectively in international settings. Communication ? The process of learning a foreign language and understanding its embeddedness in a rich cultural and social context of diverse human efforts provides Spanish majors with a complex and comprehensive educational experience. Graduates will find an array of business related job opportunities in publishing, editing, the media, the arts, and communication. Travel and Tourism ? Mexico is, and for the past 20 years has been, the number one foreign destination for Americans. Consequently, there is a large demand for bilingual professionals in tourism and travel. Domestic Careers in Public Services ? As the latest USA census data show, the number of Spanish speakers is on the rise. As a result, there is a need for college-educated people able to effectively communicate with bilingual or Spanish-speaking populations in various areas of public service. View more details on Lake Superior State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Language courses.