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WCU Program: Spanish

Spanish

Part of: Communication Arts, Language & Literature Department

Offered as: Minor, Certificate

Degree: Bachelor of Arts

Part of: Communication Arts, Language & Literature Department

Offered as: Minor, Certificate

Degree: Bachelor of Arts

Transform your passion for language into a powerful professional asset.

In the Spanish program at Western Colorado University, you’ll study the language, literature, linguistics, history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries. Spanish is an excellent complement to most majors and will serve as a competitive edge when you’re applying to jobs or graduate school. In the program, you’ll not only experience full linguistic immersion, but you’ll have the opportunity to practice your Spanish skills as a volunteer at Gunnison County’s Multicultural Resources and Project Hope. You can also gain a global perspective by studying abroad in Spanish speaking countries. Western is proud to be ranked among LendEDU’s Top 50 Colleges for Study Abroad Programs.

Spanish Requirements

Certificate
Minor

A certificate is a focused credential that recognizes expertise in a specific field or skill set and requires fewer courses than a major or minor. Instead of completing a broad degree program, students take a targeted sequence of courses designed around a particular discipline or professional area.

Program Requirements Degree Plan

A minor complements your major by allowing you to explore a secondary field of interest. It requires fewer courses than a major, making it a flexible way to broaden your knowledge, diversify your skills, or pursue a personal passion alongside your primary area of study.

Program Requirements

Scholarships

Scholarships by Department

The Western Colorado University Foundation offers scholarships for this program. Explore eligibility requirements and funding opportunities.

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General Western Scholarships

The Western Colorado University Foundation offers scholarships for this program. Explore eligibility requirements and funding opportunities.

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Top Skills

Communication
Cultural Competence
Interpersonal Skills
Listening Skills
Research
Writing

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Career Pathways

Cultural Exchange Coordinator
Interpreter/Translator
Linguist
Media Correspondent
Public Relations Specialist
United Nations Worker

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Faculty & Staff

Andrew Butterfield

Adjunct Professor - Spanish

Lorena Gómez, PhD

Professor of Spanish

Cindy Petito

Administrative Assistant III

Marketa Zubkova, MA

Lecturer in Spanish

Communication Arts, Language & Literature Department

  • Tamara Toomey

  • Chair – Communication Arts, Languages and Literature, Senior Lecturer in English, and Director of First-Year Writing

Contact Information

970.943.2025
call@western.edu

Contact Location

Western Colorado University
Taylor Hall 216
1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231

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