I have had a wonderfully enriching experience during my time in the BHSU Spanish program. During school, small class sizes allow for meaningful one-on-one and small group conversations, improving our speaking and communication skills while applying relevant material learned in class. The program has prepared me greatly for this semester in Madrid, Spain. Now, I am sure of my ability to communicate in a Spanish-speaking country, and I have been able to apply so much of my previous learning to my classes here as well. Not only that, but this semester abroad has taught me so much about the world and about myself; it is the experience of a lifetime.  A whole new world of communication has opened up for me because I've chosen to earn a Spanish degree, which I plan on implementing in my career with opportunities in education, government, business, international communications, and more. Although I do not know exactly what my future will entail, I am grateful for the options that I have available to me because of the Spanish program here at BHSU. 

My experience at BHSU has been truly transformative. I've had the privilege of learning from outstanding professors and connecting with incredible people. As a Spanish Education major, I’ve had access to a diverse range of advanced Spanish courses, which have greatly enhanced my knowledge. Dr. Hsiao, in particular, was an amazing professor who not only strengthened my language skills but also deepened my understanding of Spain’s rich culture. This preparation was invaluable during my time studying abroad in Granada, Spain. I chose to study abroad to immerse myself in the language, culture, and traditions of Spain. While growing up in Mexico gave me a strong foundation in Spanish, living in another Spanish-speaking country opened my eyes to new cultural perspectives. The immersion experience not only improved my language abilities but also equipped me with the tools to create engaging, culturally informed lesson plans for my future students. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and for the unwavering support that BHSU provided me throughout the journey.

Minor in Spanish - 18 hours

• 3 SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
• 3 SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II
• 3 SPAN 211 - Intermediate Oral Practice I
• 3 SPAN 301 - Spanish Conversation Comp I
• 3 SPAN 302 - Spanish Conversation Comp II
• 3 SPAN 304 - The Structure of Spanish

Major in Spanish - Teaching

Required Core - 33 hours

• 3 MFL 420 - K-12 Foreign Language Methods
• 3 SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
• 3 SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II
• 3 SPAN 211 - Intermediate Oral Practice I
• 3 SPAN 301 - Spanish Conversation & Composition I
• 3 SPAN 302 - Spanish Conversation & Composition II
• 3 SPAN 304 - The Structure of Spanish
• 3 SPAN 490 - Seminar OR 3 SPAN 492 - Topics
• 9 EXCH - Study Abroad through a University program in a Spanish-speaking country
  • All 9 hours must be in content courses and not in language learning courses; i.e., to qualify, courses must be in literature, culture and civilization, and/or international studies.  Courses must be delivered in the Spanish language.

Restricted Electives- 3 hours Take 3 credits from the following options:

• 3 HIST 418 - History of Latin America
• 3 FL 300/400-Level electives taught in Spanish
• 3 SPAN 300/400-Level elective

Pre-Professional Teaching Core-18 semester hours

• 1 EDFN 295 - Practicum: Pre-Admission
• 2 EDFN 338 - Foundations of American Education
• 3 EPSY 302 - Educational Psychology
• 3 EPSY 428 - Child & Adolescent Development
• 3 INED 411 - South Dakota Indian Studies
• 3 PSYC 101 - General Psychology (gen ed)
• 3 SPED 100 - Intro to Persons with Exceptionalities

Professional K-12 Teaching Core - 26 semester hours

• 3 EDFN 365 - Computer Based Technology & Learning
• 1 EDFN 375 - Methods of Technology Integration
• 1 EDFN 440 - Classroom Management
• 2 MLED 480 - Middle Level Methods
• 3 SEED 408 - Plan, Manage & Assess the 5-12 Diverse Classroom
• 3 SEED 450 - 7-12 Reading and Content Literacy
• 1 SEED 495 - Practicum: Pre-Student Teaching
• 3 EDFN 475 - Human Relations (Take in your final semester)

Gen Ed Requirements - 30 semester hours

• MATH - Gen Ed - Mathematics - 3 semester hours
• CMST - Gen Ed - Speech - 3 semester hours
• Gen Ed - Social Science - 6 semester hours
• Gen Ed - Arts & Humanities - 6 semester hours
• Gen Ed - Natural Science & Lab - 6-8 semester hours
• ENGL 101 - Composition I
• ENGL 201 - Composition II

Minor in Spanish - Teaching - 21 hours

• 3 SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
• 3 SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II
• 3 SPAN 211 - Intermediate Oral Practice I
• 3 SPAN 301 - Spanish Conversation Comp I
• 3 SPAN 302 - Spanish Conversation Comp II
• 3 SPAN 304 - The Structure of Spanish
• 3 MFL 420 - K-12 Foreign Language Methods