Spanish Language and Culture Minor

The information on this page pertains to requirements for students who matriculated in the current academic year. Students who matriculated in a prior year should view historical catalog information here.

Program Overview

The Spanish minor offers students a dynamic and interdisciplinary experience in the language and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Through a range of courses, students develop competence in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding Spanish. A focus on examining various Spanish-speaking cultures is also integral to the Minor.

Beyond the classroom, students can enhance their learning through local community-based experiences that connect them with the Hispanic/Latino community of the Des Moines metro area They can also attend Spanish conversation hours (open to all levels) and participate in student organizations like La Fuerza Latina.

Extensive study abroad opportunities are available, including a semester-long program at the University of Seville in Spain, where some classes are taught by Drake faculty. This program and others offer immersive cultural and linguistic experiences.

The Minor in Spanish enhances and complements a variety of majors, including business, communication, health science and pharmacy, psychology, sociology, international relations, and other world languages. It prepares students to