The Spanish Department at High Point University helps students develop the skills needed for a successful professional career, both domestic and abroad.
Contact the Office of Admissions
Contact the Office of Admissions
One University Parkway High Point, NC 27268
Faculty and Staff
Faculty and Staff
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Associate Professor of Spanish and Director of the Spanish Program
Secondary Spanish Program Coordinator; Assistant Professor of Spanish
The Spanish Department at High Point University helps students develop the skills needed for a successful professional career, both domestic and abroad. The program provides students an in-depth look into the Spanish-speaking cultures of Spain, Latin America and the United States.
Get Involved
The Spanish Club and Sigma Delta Pi, National Spanish Honor Society.
The International Club and Phi Beta Delta, International Honor Society.
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Course Requirements 2022/2023
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Degree Requirements | Credits |
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Major Requirements | 36-39 |
University Core Requirements | 36-44 |
Electives | 48-56 |
Total | 128 |
Minor in Spanish
Minor in Spanish
Minor Requirements | Credits |
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Course Requirements | 22 |
Total | 22 |
Requirements for B.A. in Spanish
Requirements for B.A. in Spanish
Course | Course Title | Credits |
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SPN 2020 | Intermediate Spanish II | 4 |
SPN 2090 | Pronunciation | 1 |
SPN 2130 | Hispanic Cultures: Intermediate Readings and Conversation | 4 |
SPN 2140 | Grammer Review | 2 |
SPN 3000 | Advanced Conversation | 4 |
SPN 3930, SPN/GBS 3940 | Cultures and Civilizations of Spain or Spanish-American Culture and Civilization | 4 |
SPN 4010 | Advanced Grammar and Composition | 4 |
Select one course from the following list: | ||
SPN 4444 | Independent Study | 4 |
SPN 4810-4815 | Student Internship | 4 |
SPN 4020 | Seminar in Hispanic Topics | 4 |
One other 4000 level Spanish course (4). Select one course from the following list: |
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SPN 3050 | Hispanic World Today | 4 |
SPN 3140 | The Caribbean Mix: People, Music, and Folklore | 4 |
SPN/GBS 3150 | Hispanic Culture Through Film | 4 |
SPN 2881 | Special Topics in Culture and Language | 4 |
Select one course from the following list: | ||
SPN 3020 | Contemporary Hispanic Literatures | 4 |
SPN 3060 | Hispanic Short Stories | 4 |
SPN 3230 | Literary Genre in Latin American Literature | 4 |
SPN/WGS/GBS 3280 | Latin American Women Writers | 4 |
SPN 3881 | Special Topics in Literature | 4 |
Select one course from the following list: | ||
SPN 3210 | Spanish Literature I: The Birth of the Spanish Nation | 4 |
SPN 3220 | Spanish Literature II: Centrism and Diversity in Contemporary Writers | 4 |
SPN 3240 | Spanish-American Literature I: In Search of an Identity | 4 |
SPN 3250 | Spanish-American Literature II: Voices of the Writers | 4 |
SPN 3260 | Caribbean Literature: Images of a Region | 4 |
Course Descriptions |
Note: the major requires 36 credits if a student begins at a level higher than SPN 2020.
Requirements for Minor in Spanish
Requirements for Minor in Spanish
Course | Course Title | Credits |
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SPN 2020 | Intermediate SPN II | 4 |
SPN 2130 | Hispanic Cultures: Intermediate Reading and Conversation | 4 |
SPN 2140 | Grammar Review | 4 |
Select one of the following culture courses: | ||
SPN 2881 | Special Topics | 4 |
SPN 3050 | Hispanic World Today | 4 |
SPN 3140 | The Caribbean Mix: People, Music, and Folklore | 4 |
SPN/GBS 3150 | Hispanic Culture Through Film | 4 |
SPN 3930 | Cultures and Civilizations of Spain | 4 |
SPN/GBS 3940 | Spanish-American Culture and Civilization | 4 |
SPN 4020 | Seminar in Hispanic Topics | 4 |
Select one of the following literature courses: | ||
SPN 3020 | Contemporary Hispanic Literatures | 4 |
SPN 3060 | Hispanic Short Stories | 4 |
SPN 3210 | Spanish Literature I: The Birth of the Spanish Nation | 4 |
SPN 3220 | Spanish Literature II: Voices of the Regions | 4 |
SPN 3230 | Literary Genres in Latin American Literature | 4 |
SPN 3240 | Spanish-American Literature I: In Search of an Identity | 4 |
SPN 3250 | Spanish-American Literature II: The Voices of the Writers | 4 |
SPN 3260 | Caribbean Literature: Images of a Region | 4 |
SPN/WGS/GBS 3280 | Latin American Women Writers | 4 |
SPN 3881 | Special Topics | 4 |
One elective above SPN 2020 (4) | ||
SPN 2090 | Pronunciation | 1 |
SPN 2141 | Spanish for the Medical Professions | 4 |
SPN 2142 | Spanish for Social Services and Non-Profit Professionals | 4 |
SPN 3000 | Advanced Conversation | 4 |
SPN 3010 | Spanish Phonetics and Phonology | 4 |
SPN 3180 | Business Spanish | 4 |
SPN 4010 | Advanced Grammar and Composition | 4 |
SPN 4444 | Independent Study | 1-4 each semester |
SPN 4810-4815 | Student Internship | 3-12 |
Course Descriptions |
Note: The minor requires 18 credits if a student begins at a level higher than SPN 2020.
Career Opportunities
The majority of the students in our program combine their Spanish major with other disciplines, the most popular being Spanish Education. One hundred percent of our graduates with a Spanish Education certificate are working in the high school system. For example, Katelyn Rhodes, a 2011 graduate in Spanish and Education, is currently teaching Spanish at Southern Guilford High School. Brooke Hayworth, who graduated in 2007 with a degree in Spanish with K-12 certification, is now teaching Spanish at Ledford High School in Davidson County. And Jairo López, a 2008 graduate, is currently teaching at The Middle College at Guilford Technical Community College.
Other students go directly into the workforce. Eric Fortin, a 2011 graduate with majors in Spanish and Finance, is currently working at Emerging Global Advisors, where he uses his Spanish to advise investors in the Latin American market. Rachel Davis, who graduated in 2009 with degrees in Spanish and International Studies, joined the AmeriCorps NCCC program where she was able to travel on the East and Gulf coasts doing relief work and teaching ESL. Currently she is back in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she works for the city’s Parks and Recreation and ESL Departments.
Another route for our graduates is to work abroad using their cultural and language expertise. For example, Gabriel Alison, a 2006 graduate with degrees in Spanish and Human Relations, traveled to Spain, Korea, Argentina, and Brazil, where he taught English. He is currently working in Seoul as Writer, Editor & Global ELT Marketing Assistant at e-future. Seon McLaughlin completed her master’s degree in Teaching Elementary Education in December 2011 and now she will be going to China for 15 months to teach English for the Disney English company.
Finally, some of our graduates choose to pursue graduate work in their second area of expertise. For example, KiYonna Brown, a 2009 graduate with majors in Spanish and Human Relations, just finished an MBA and MA program in Healthcare Administration at Pfeiffer University in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kara Williams, who graduated in 2008 with a major in Spanish and the prerequisites for Nursing School, is currently completing a BSN Program at Duke University School of Nursing. Others pursued success at locations including the following:
Other students go directly into the workforce. Eric Fortin, a 2011 graduate with majors in Spanish and Finance, is currently working at Emerging Global Advisors, where he uses his Spanish to advise investors in the Latin American market. Rachel Davis, who graduated in 2009 with degrees in Spanish and International Studies, joined the AmeriCorps NCCC program where she was able to travel on the East and Gulf coasts doing relief work and teaching ESL. Currently she is back in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she works for the city’s Parks and Recreation and ESL Departments.
Another route for our graduates is to work abroad using their cultural and language expertise. For example, Gabriel Alison, a 2006 graduate with degrees in Spanish and Human Relations, traveled to Spain, Korea, Argentina, and Brazil, where he taught English. He is currently working in Seoul as Writer, Editor & Global ELT Marketing Assistant at e-future. Seon McLaughlin completed her master’s degree in Teaching Elementary Education in December 2011 and now she will be going to China for 15 months to teach English for the Disney English company.
Finally, some of our graduates choose to pursue graduate work in their second area of expertise. For example, KiYonna Brown, a 2009 graduate with majors in Spanish and Human Relations, just finished an MBA and MA program in Healthcare Administration at Pfeiffer University in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kara Williams, who graduated in 2008 with a major in Spanish and the prerequisites for Nursing School, is currently completing a BSN Program at Duke University School of Nursing. Others pursued success at locations including the following:
- University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
- Frank Batten School of Leadership
- University of Virginia
- W2O Group in Austin, Texas
Student Outcomes
- University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
- Frank Batten School of Leadership
- University of Virginia
- W2O Group in Austin, Texas
Study Abroad
At High Point University, our emphasis on global perspectives is designed to provide students with opportunities to enhance their international awareness and to develop their cross-cultural communication skills. Study abroad is strongly encouraged as a part of this emphasis on global studies. With a variety of extraordinary options at some of the most prestigious universities in the world, students at High Point University are encouraged to study abroad as early as the summer after their freshman year. Employers are looking for more than just a degree; they want well-rounded individuals who have familiarity with diverse cultures, special skills, and knowledge of the world around them.