Spanish

There is a need in the job market for bilingual speakers. The Joint National Committee for Languages and the National Council for Languages and International Studies have reported that bilingual job postings across all sectors have tripled between 2010 and 2019, showing that 71% of business leaders plan to grow in markets where English is not the primary language and they are willing to pay bilinguals between 5% to 20% higher per hour than the base rate. Students enrolling in the Spanish program evidence the ability to immerse themselves in the language and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world through coursework, projects and research. What Makes Our Program Unique?

Our Spanish program offers a well-balanced route for the acquisition of linguistic as well as professional skills aiming at preparing Lakeland Spanish Majors/Minors for a highly competitive, interconnected world that has an ever-growing demand for bilingual professionals.

Our class sizes are perfect for personalized education, as well as one-on-one attention in tutoring services.

Our program offers experiential learning by allowing students to use the skills learned in the classroom in jobs with local businesses through Lakeland’s Cooperative Education. Examples include translation and interpreting, Spanish for teaching, digital humanities and intercultural communication.

Our program offers Spanish heritage and bilingual speakers a track to professionally enhance their Spanish knowledge traditionally acquired at home.

Our program gives students a competitive edge and distinct advantage in the global market.

Incorporates a well-balanced route for the acquisition of linguistic and professional skills.

Offers a number of elective courses in the target language. (e.g., literature, Spanish film, Spanish for business).

Pairs with an Education major for teaching certification.