Department of Spanish and Portuguese

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese provides world-class, student-centered instruction in the languages, literatures, and cultures of the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking populations found throughout the world. We endeavor to help our students improve their linguistic competence in the target languages; enhance their understanding and appreciation of the literatures and cultural practices and products associated with those languages; sharpen their skills in critical thinking and expression; and cultivate a disposition for lifelong learning and service.