Students participate in communities at home and around the world by using Spanish. Students use the language both within and beyond the University through activities such as participating in cultural events and using technology to communicate. They also have the opportunity of a Work Internship in Spanish. All majors are encouraged to spend time studying and traveling in a country where Spanish is spoken. Students are helped to show evidence of becoming a lifelong learner by using Spanish for personal enrichment and career development.
Spanish classes are small, and students receive personal attention from faculty.
The Language Center provides a support system of activities for computer, video, and interactive video. The Spanish Club and Alpha Mu Gamma , National Collegiate Honor Society, are active organizations for persons majoring in or interested in Spanish . Students at Houston Baptist have a double major. This is advantageous when they are seeking employment or continuing their education. Students coming to the University with language proficiency may receive credit for language proficiency.