Spanish
Spanish
What is Spanish?
This is a general program that focuses on the Spanish language and
related dialects. It includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern
Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects,
and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
You will learn to speak, listen to, read, and write the language you
are studying. You will learn the grammar, syntax, punctuation, and
pronunciation of the language. Also you will study the culture and
literature produced in the country and in other areas where the
language is spoken. In this way you will learn the importance of the
language and you will develop a sensitivity and appreciation for the
culture.
Foreign languages and literatures free the individual to discover the content and value of other cultures, to enrich personal experiences through contacts with others on their own terms, and to enter into worlds of thought and expression that would otherwise be inaccessible. Languages thus play a key part in reducing ethnocentrism.
In an age when almost instant communication links the peoples of the world, when the relationships among nations are evolving rapidly and when Americans are increasingly aware of the riches of their diverse cultural heritage, the ability to use a second language acquires a new importance. Any level of proficiency in a foreign language supports both international understanding and basic contacts with various language groups in the United States. High-level ability promotes meaningful, accurate communication.
Working in Spanish
Characteristics and Skills Necessary for Success
- Desire to learn about Spanish people and culture
- Good ear for language and communication patterns
- Good communication skills both orally and written
- Desire to study abroad
Click HERE for a table on Career Areas, Employers, and Strategies for Employment
Sample Job Titles
Spanish Teacher |
Learning More About Religious Studies
- Visit the Career Services office and check out our Career Resource Library
- Visit the SLU Modern Languages and Literature website
- Check out Spanish course descriptions in the Catalog
- Talk with a professor in Modern Languages and Literature about the major. Click here for a list of possible questions to ask.
- Perform an informational interview with a professional in the field. Click here for information on how to find a professional, contacting them, and a list of possible questions.
- Get connected with SLU alum in the field through SAINTSLink, participate in Shadow-a-Saint or complete an Internship.
Additional Resources
- Professional Associations
- International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language
- Association of International Educators
- Council on International Educational Exchange
- American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
- Foreign Policy Association Student Corner
- *American Translators Association
- National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators
- National Council on Interpreting in Health Care
- Occupational Outlook Information
- Miscellaneous Career Information
- Spotlight on Careers
- *World Languages and Cultures Career Resources
- *Information on Work, Study, Volunteer and Travel Opportunities Abroad from One Small Planet
- Transitions Abroad
- International Teaching from the Educator's Reference Desk
- Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- *Careers in Languages from Wake Forest University
- The Riley Guide International Resources
- Overseas Employment Information
- American Institute for Foreign Study
- Volunteers Abroad
- Foreign Language Jobs with the Federal Government
- International Relations Jobs with the Federal Government
- U.S. Department of State
- Peace Corps
- United Nations
- Job Postings
Related Majors and Minors at SLU
African Studies
African-American Studies
Asian Studies
Canadian Studies
Caribbean & Latin American Studies
European Studies
Foreign Languages
Francophone Studies
German Studies
Global Studies
Japanese Studies
Latin American Studies
Multi-Language
Native American Studies