BA in Foreign Language (Spanish)

Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus

The mission of the program in foreign language in Spanish is to develop student proficiency in listening/comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish. The program generally increases student awareness of the range and power of language, develops an understanding of important authors and traditions in Spanish literature, and expands student appreciation for other languages and cultures – knowledge that is vital for success in a global society.

Learning Goals

Our foreign language graduates can communicate effectively.
Our foreign language graduates understand diversity reflected in literature of their target language.
Our foreign language graduates can analyze and evaluate competing arguments and interpretations.
Our graduates can conduct research to access and synthesize information.
Our foreign language graduates will demonstrate knowledge of literature, culture and civilization, and/or linguistics in the target languages.