Since 1980, the Intensive Spanish Program has helped our students take leaps and bounds in their Spanish studies no matter what level of previous Spanish they have. Students are completely immersed in the culture and language which are woven intricately into the linguistic process.
Our program strives to make Spanish a part of your life. It will challenge you with comprehensive yet manageable classes and courses which will help you gain better fluency and knowledge of the Spanish language.
Our goal is to maximize your usage of Spanish in a multicultural environment.
Advantages:
• No more than 5 students per class
• 6 hours a day, 5 days a week
• Native Spanish Speaking Teachers
• Complete Cultural Immersion
• Dynamic guided conversation workshops
• Complete flexibility
Components:
Intensive Spanish Language Class (3 hrs.) After taking a brief entrance exam and oral interview with a Spanish professor, students are placed in small groups according to their previous level of Spanish fluency, their ability to communicate, and their interests. We subscribe to the "Group 5 System" in which no more than 5 students are assigned to a professor. This guarantees that our students receive the attention they need and encourages interaction among the group. This class focuses on 4 main skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Latin American or Grammar Courses (2 hrs.) This is a flexible option that allows the students to choose from an assortment of classes in the following areas of study: Art, Business, Education, History, Latin-American Studies, Linguistics, Literature, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, and Spanish grammar.
Cultural Lectures, Idiomatic Expressions or Conversation (1 hr.) This component is designed to improve students' listening and conversational Spanish Language skills and cultural awareness by corrected discussions on topics like holidays, festivities, and family life.
Students are encouraged to compare and contrast their own culture with their experiences in Mexico. Students are taught idiomatic expressions that will help them interact and better understand the culture in which they are immersed.
Optional Classes
The Center for Linguistic & Multicultural Studies offers several optional classes in the afternoon at no extra cost. These classes provide additional enrichment and better understanding of the Spanish language. Classes range from pronunciation to advanced grammar and/or conversation workshop. Once per week you may also request a session of individual attention in grammar to work on areas of need. Classes are available Monday through Thursday from 2:20 PM to 4:00 PM.
