Language and cultural studies focused on unique interests and competencies of heritage speakers (people who grew up speaking Spanish, but completed formal schooling in a language other than Spanish).

Evaluation of major ethical theories.

Surveys newspapers, magazines, radio, movies, television, advertising, and emerging technologies.

Fundamentals of grammar and pronunciation, exercises in reading, writing, and conversation.

Interdisciplinary exploration of some of the pivotal themes and issues in the study of peoples of African descent.

Development of intermediate-level communication skills in Spanish and exploration of products, practices and perspectives of diverse Hispanic cultures.