Program of Study Spanish faculty in the Department of English, Foreign Languages, and Journalism serve as students' primary faculty advisors, ensuring that students complete a well-rounded course of studies in the Spanish language. Majors courses are taught so that students graduate with computer literacy in Spanish, an understanding of the ethical structure of the Spanish discipline, and an awareness of Spanish culture and history. Majors are required to complete at least one study abroad experience as a part of their course of studies. Faculty Spanish courses are taught by experienced faculty utilizing a total immersion approach. Spanish faculty are active participants in professional associations, including the Foreign Language Association of Missouri.
Faculty members travel and study abroad every year.
Undergraduates are encouraged to participate in the Summer Study in Mexico or Spain programs, successfully directed by MWSC Spanish faculty members with many years of experience directing foreign study programs with their students. Honors students in foreign languages are encouraged to join the college's chapter of Alpha Mu Gamma, foreign language honor society. Spanish students become acquainted with area native speakers of Spanish and are encouraged to participate in the activities of organizations such as the area Little United Nations. Missouri Western is the only college in the state which requires its majors to complete a study abroad component. Students receive up to eight hours of credit for their participation in the Summer Study in Mexico or Spain .