Spanish Program
About Spanish
The Spanish program is a key piece in Sonoma State’s position as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). We take this mission very seriously as we strive to retain and serve our Latinx students, families and communities. The Spanish program connects people, organizations, programs, and spaces across campus, dedicated to the daily work of building community, connection and well-being with and for our Latinx students.
At Sonoma State, learning and community are central to getting the most out of education, as we affirm all of our students, including Latinx students, by addressing their multiple identities as reflected in the curriculum, faculty and staff on campus. Students are also encouraged to study abroad and courses taken in the CSU International Program in Spain, Mexico or Chile may be counted toward your Spanish major or minor.
“Sí se puede”
Spanish is part of our lives in California, connecting us to a diversity and wealth of experiencias, perspectivas y valores lived in comunidad, cultura, familia, amistad, herencia, educación y trabajo. The SSU Spanish program values what you bring and honors who you are, where you are from, and who you can become as a bilingual Spanish speaker.
Whoever you are and want to be, you will find in the Spanish program at Sonoma StateUniversity a nurturing community of educators and students dedicated to your learning and development as a learner of Spanish or a bilingual Spanish speaker. Whether you take a single class, minor or major, the SSU Spanish program is committed to your education and your academic and professional goals. In the SSU Spanish program, every student is valued and provided with access to individual faculty advising and mentoring. Latinx and First-Generation College students are the heart of the SSU Spanish program and our teaching and curriculum honors this fact. Although Spanish is a small program, each semester’s schedule offers a mix of face-to-face, online synchronous and asynchronous to provide you with access, support and flexibility to get the most out of your education as you navigate the responsibilities of work, family and school. If you wish to continue with your education after your BA, We also offer a Master’s program in Spanish for which our majors are well-equipped to begin upon graduation.
Learning Outcomes
- Receptive Skills: Listening and Reading Comprehension
- Productive Skills: Speaking and Writing
- Knowledge of Culture
- Cultural Competence
- Attitudes Toward Culture
- Understanding of Literature
- Analysis of Literature
- Nature of Language
- Analysis of the Target Language
- Pragmatic Competence
- Information Competence
FAQ's
- "Ya hablo español, ¿Para Qué Estudiarlo?"
Para desarrollar tus capacidades y habilidades bilingües en español y en inglés y para mejorar tus perspectivas de empleo.
- What can the Spanish program do to help me further develop my Spanish skills?
Our courses help you develop your academic and professional communication skills in writing, reading, speaking, listening, and grammar. We also have advanced courses in literature, linguistics, cultural history, and other topics to help you to deepen your understanding of the uses and importance of Spanish in the United States and around the world. Our degree prepares you to think critically, to articulate your ideas both orally and in writing, and to learn how to perceive and understand your world from a variety of perspectives.
- What can I do with a Spanish degree?
“Anything you want to do, you can do it better with a Spanish degree!” The growth of Spanish in the United States and around the world means that bilingual professionals are needed in most careers, including those in healthcare, business, financial services, social services, marketing, journalism, education, tourism, government, human resources, non-profit, and many others.
- What kinds of classes would I be taking in the major or minor?
Focused on the liberal arts, the major/minor in Spanish encompasses courses in language, literature, linguistics, culture, the arts, and related fields.
- How can I fit a Spanish degree into my schedule?
We offer a variety of options, including hybrid, online, synchronous and asynchronous courses. Some of our face-to-face courses are also offered later in the day/evening to provide as much flexibility as possible.
- How do I determine what level of Spanish I should start with?
Please see the placement guidelines in the advising information below. You may also contact an advisor (see info below) for placement.
Spanish Courses
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