Welcome to the Spanish
World!
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Spanish is a unique and vibrant language spoken
by many cultures that are equally unique and vibrant. The study of
Spanish is not simply tedious memorization of foreign words. It is
the pavement to a road that allows one to explore new worlds and
connect with countless Spanish-speaking individuals.
Besides being culturally and personally enriching, Spanish opens up
many opportunities in the workplace. Blackburn College offers the
opportunity to learn the Spanish language and prepares each student
to use Spanish in both a casual and professional environment.
Are you proficient in or interested in developing the following
communication skills?.
- Communication between cultures
- Skills in speaking, listening to, writing, and
reading Spanish
- Advanced Spanish proficiency for professional and
social settings
- Ability to work around cultural differences
- Understanding of literary and artistic expressions
of Spanish-speaking people and traditions
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- Awareness of alternate cultures and value systems
- Respect for personal and cultural differences
- Listening carefully and actively
| Blackburn College's Spanish curriculum focuses on
helping all Spanish students to develop and fine-tune each
of these skills. |
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Specialized Studies
The study of Spanish can also
aid in job performance and add appeal to a
résumé. Here are some specialized studies
offered by the Spanish department:
Health Care: Students will
develop skills and knowledge that will enhance
their effectiveness with Spanish-speaking
patients or clients. Terminology and information
specific to the health care field is part of the
curriculum.
Criminology: Students will
expand their Spanish vocabulary with language
commonly used in the field of law enforcement.
Social Sciences: Students will
develop increased knowledge of culture,
civilization and sociology as pertains to the
Spanish language and various Spanish-speaking
cultures.
Education: Students who train
to be Spanish teachers are in high demand all
over the United States. Graduates certified to
teach Spanish are extremely likely to find jobs
in education.
Business: Students practice
oral and written communication with specialized
vocabulary associated with the business world. |
Testimonial
“The professors have an
unlimited amount of enthusiasm for the language and culture
of Spanish-speaking countries, and I feel like I’m a part of
an extended family when I’m working and taking classes." |
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Callie Cummings |
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Junior |
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Spanish |
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Alumnus Testimonial - Robert Card
Robert Card has traveled to Spain, Guatemala,
El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Belize. Many of Robert's speaking and
grammar skills were learned during his 9 months spent in Guatemala.
These skills continue to expand with his involvement in the Spanish
program with Dr. Meliza Ramirez.
Robert hopes to continue learning and expanding his skills by
traveling to Spain, once again, and someday to Chile because of
countries' mass diversity. Now, Robert feels as if he is in between
bilingualism and fluency in Spanish, and he is sure that his skills
will continue to grow while in the Blackburn's Spanish program. |
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