About the Program
Hispanic studies students learn about Spanish, Latin American and U.S. Latino/a cultural production, including the visual arts, literature, journalism, film, oral narratives, social media, performance and material culture. You will gain fluency through intensive academic training in Spanish, study abroad opportunities and internships. You will also grow your cross-cultural competencies, linguistic fluency and greater knowledge and expertise about cultural systems in the Spanish-speaking world.
Paths of Study
What Makes Us Different
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Real-World Experience
Intern as a medical interpreter with clinics served by the Eastern Shore Rural Health, Inc., or with local businesses with Spanish-speaking clientele.
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Spanish-Speaking Courses
Most courses are taught in the Spanish language, to enhance students' fluency and communicative skills.
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Volunteer Abroad
Volunteer during a semester abroad with community outreach agencies or in schools in Sevilla, Spain.
Applied Learning
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Courses
Learn about The (Latinx) American Dream (HISP 150), Spanish for the Professions (HISP 209), Introduction to Puerto Rico (HISP 291) and Cultures in Translation (HISP 352).*
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Research
Complete research on topics related to civil rights, indigenous art, border cultures, contemporary social movements and diasporas in the Hispanic global south and religious communities during medieval times.
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Casa Hispánica/Hispanic House
Practice Spanish language skills and experience Hispanic culture with 14 other students and an international fellow from Spain or Argentina in this residence hall.
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Summer Study Abroad
Complete independent research courses in Cádiz, Spain, live and work on a sustainable farm in Palugo, Ecuador or spend a semester in Seville, Spain or La Plata, Argentina.
Outcomes
Hispanic studies graduates are highly trained with critical thinking, writing and speaking skills. They are fluent in the Spanish language and experienced with research methods and cross-cultural projects. This training has prepared them to work in every professional field imaginable, including NGOs, media and communications, global markets, education, law, public health policy and medicine and the fine arts.
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Department of Hispanic Studies
Contact Us
- Get an inside look: Contact a current Hispanic studies major
- Ask the faculty: Contact the Department of Hispanic Studies
Courses Disclaimer
*Courses listed are examples. Course availability changes each semester.
