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300/400 Level Frequently Asked Questions
SEEING THE ADVISER
Q: Where can I find the Adviser's schedule?
A: The Adviser's typical office hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00-11:30AM; 1:30-3:00PM Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: and 1:30-2:15PM Wednesday; and include drop-in advising for questions that can be answered briefly, and appointments for in-depth advising, such as study abroad and major course planning. For information on the adviser's current schedule or to make an appointment, please call (206) 543-2020 or stop by the main office in Padelford C-104. Appointments are not available via email. The main office is closed from 12:00pm to 1:00pm Monday through Friday.
Q: I just have a quick question. Do I have to make an appointment to see the Adviser?
A: No. If your question can be answered briefly, you may contact the Adviser via e-mail at spsadv@u.washington.edu. You are also welcome to stop by during drop-in hours. Typically, drop-in advising is available 8:00-10AM, 1:30-3:00PM Monday and Tuesday; 10-11:30AM, 1:30-2:15PM Wednesday; and 10-11:30A Thursday. Sometimes it is necessary to adjust office hours. For current schedule information, please call (206) 543-2020 or stop by the main office in Padelford C-104. Appointments are not available via email. The main office is closed from 12:00pm to 1:00pm Monday through Friday.
Q: I am trying to reach the Adviser, but I get her voice mail.
What should I do?
A: Frequently, Suzanna is meeting with students or faculty and cannot
answer the phone. If you are calling from a local number, leave her
a message and she will return your call as soon as possible. If you
have a long distance phone number, please send an e-mail message to
spsadv@u.washington.edu.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Q: What are the admission requirements for the Spanish major and
where can I get the necessary forms?
A: Our prerequisites, procedure for declaring the major, and the
declaration form are all on our website. Also, handouts are available
in the bin outside the Adviser's office in Padelford C-104F.
Q: Where can I find the Spanish major requirements?
A: On our website go to Programs, Undergraduate Program
link and then Spanish Major Requirements.
Q: How many Spanish classes do I have to take before declaring
the major?
A: You need to have finished SPAN 203. This means you
may not declare the major while 203 is in progress, unless you are leaving on a
study abroad program. In this case, please drop off the necessary major declaration
paperwork before leaving Seattle. If you meet the minimum prerequisites, the adviser will
admit you to the major while you are abroad. For a complete
list of prerequisites, please see Programs, Undergraduate Program,
and then Admission to the Spanish Major.
Q: What happens if I have not met one of the major prerequisites?
A: You are not eligible for admission to the Spanish major. However,
if you have extenuating circumstances which you would like to present
to the Undergraduate Studies Committee, please turn in a written petition
to the Adviser. If Suzanna is busy when you stop by, please leave
the letter in her inbox in the main office, Padelford C-104. Your
petition will be reviewed and you will be notified of the Committee's
decision.
Q: Is it true that the Spanish major is no longer competitive?
A: Yes. As of winter quarter 2008, the major became a minimum
prerequisite major, which means that if you have satisfied all the
prerequisites listed on our website, you will be admitted.
Q: Which courses count as 300-level elective literature courses toward the major degree
requirements?
A: You may choose from any of the following courses: SPAN 304-308, 319, 339, 340, 350-352, 394, and 395.
Q: Is it true that study abroad or experiential learning is now
required to complete the Spanish major?
A: Yes. For more detailed information regarding program requirements,
please view Spanish Major Requirements from the link to Undergraduate
Program.
Q: I am interested in participating in Service Learning. What is the next step?
A: Please review the Service Learning information here: http://depts.washington.edu/spanport/programs/underG_internship.html and then contact spsadv@uw.edu, with your question(s) that can be answered briefly. If you have multiple questions and/or wish to discuss several topics, please make an appointment by calling 206-543-2020.
DECLARING THE MAJOR
Q: I would like to declare the Spanish major but do not understand
how to fill out the Change of College/School and Major or Minor form.
What should I do?
A: There are four sections you need to complete: your student number,
name, signature, and date. In addition, be sure to write your email
address on the top of the form in case Suzanna Martínez, the
Adviser, needs to contact you. Important!: If you are adding
Spanish as a second major/degree, or intending to drop a previously-declared
major, please attach a note of explanation to your paperwork.
Q: Where do I turn in the required paperwork to declare the major?
A: Paperwork should be dropped off in Suzanna Martínez' inbox
in the main office, Padelford, C-104.
Q: I turned in the Change of College/School and Major or Minor
form with a copy of my unofficial transcript. When will I know if
I was accepted to the major or not?
A: Forms will be reviewed during the fourth week of the quarter and an email will be sent to eligible students, inviting them to a ‘New Majors Orientation’. Typically, the orientation is held during the fifth week of the quarter. In addition to helpful information
regarding the Spanish major and departmental resources, each student will receive his/her Change of College/School and Major or Minor forms signed by the adviser. This form must be turned into the Registrar’s Office for processing to make admission to the Spanish
major official.
Q: I have read all the website information about declaring the
major, but still have unanswered questions. How can I set up an appointment
to meet with the Adviser?
A: You should call (206) 543-2020 or stop by Padelford C-104 to schedule an appointment. Appointments cannot be made via e-mail.
Q: I have just declared the major and would like help with course
planning, what should I do?
A: Make an appointment with the adviser by calling (206) 543-2020 or stopping by Padelford C-104. Appointments cannot be made via e-mail.
THE SPANISH MINOR
Q: Who can answer my questions about the Spanish minor?
A: Some of your questions can be answered by your major adviser.
If you have questions s/he cannot answer, you should make an appointment with the Spanish adviser by calling (206) 543-2020 or stopping by Padelford C-104. Appointments cannot be made via e-mail.
Q: I want to declare a minor in Spanish. What is the next step?
A: 1. To declare a minor in Spanish, students must have already been admitted to a major and have completed a minimum of 45 credits.
2. Students must meet with their major advisor to sign off on minor declaration paperwork in order to ensure that they meet university satisfactory progress requirements.
Q: If I declare a minor in Spanish, will I get some kind of registration priority?
A: Typically, no. In general, except for SPAN 301, non-majors register in Period 2. Exceptions are indicated in the Time Schedule notes. If the class you want to take is full, you should keep checking the Time Schedule for possible openings. Detailed registration policy is available on our website.
REGISTRATION
Q: I am a non-matriculated student and need signatures on my registration form.
A: First, you need instructor permission and his/her signature for 300 and 400-level courses. For the second signature, please see the adviser in Padelford C-104F, who is authorized to sign for the Chair. You may see her during drop-in hours. If you want to take a 100/200-level course, please stop by the main office in Padelford C-104.
Q: I am a Spanish minor with graduating senior priority registration status. When can I register?
A: In general, except for SPAN 301, non-majors register in Period 2. Exceptions are indicated in the Time Schedule notes. If the class you want to take is full, you should keep checking the Time Schedule for possible openings. Detailed registration policy is available on our website.
Q: I am a graduate student interested in taking a 300-level language course (301, 302, or 303). What should I do?
A: Send an email to the instructor of the section in which you are interested, requesting permission to be accepted as the ‘graduate student overload’ in that section, copying spsadv@uw.edu on your message. If you are given permission, you will be registered by the adviser on the third day of the quarter after class.
STUDY ABROAD
Q: I am interested in studying abroad. Where can I find program information?
A: Our department offers quarter-long programs in León,
Spain; Oaxaca, Mexico; and Quito, Ecuador (Winter and Summer C-term); as well as a semester or year-long program in Cádiz, Spain. Information on these programs
is available through the Study Abroad link on our home page. You can research other programs on the
International Programs and Exchanges Office website.
Q: I have found a program that interests me. What is my next step?
A: If you will be studying at the 300 or 400 levels and hope to fulfill specific program requirements while abroad, you should set up an appointment with the Academic Counselor at least one month prior to the program application deadline. Unless you will be studying in one of the Spanish department programs, you should review course descriptions in the UW Spanish catalog and compare them to those of the program(s) that interest(s) you for potential equivalencies. Note that some IPE programs work better than others in completing Spanish major and minor requirements. It is strongly recommended that you meet with the upper-level adviser before committing yourself to any program.
Q: What should I bring to my study abroad advising appointment?
A: The name of the program and how it is structured (e.g. required classes plus direct enrollment courses), a tentative list of classes/descriptions, and syllabi (if available) of the courses you would like to take. You should either bring your laptop or a printed copy of this information to your appointment. The adviser will review the information and assist you in selecting potential courses.
Q: Will I receive Spanish credit for any class I take, as long
as it is taught in Spanish?
A: No. To receive Spanish course credit, your classes must be similar to those taught in
our department. If you have questions regarding specific courses in a study abroad program,
you should schedule an appointment with the Academic Counselor at least one month in advance
of the program application deadline.
Q: How do I get my credits converted upon my return from studying
abroad?
A: If you selected a program which is not sponsored by our department,
the answer to this question can be found on the IPE website: http://www.ipe.washington.edu/domestic/creditfaq.html.
Due to the large number of students studying in Spanish-speaking
countries, credit evaluation forms cannot be processed on demand.
You should drop off the following documents in Suzanna's inbox in
Padelford C-104: IPE credit evaluation form, copies of foreign transcripts,
and course syllabi. Save all of your coursework, so that it can
be reviewed by a faculty member if necessary! The adviser will
contact you if more information is needed. Your forms will be processed
as soon as possible and returned to IPE via campus mail.
CREDIT BY EXAM
Q: I am taking a Credit by Exam this quarter and need two signatures
on my application form. What should I do?
A: You need one signature from the appropriate level language coordinator.
For the second signature, please see Suzanna Martínez, who
is authorized to sign these forms for the Chair. You may see her during
drop-in hours.
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See
also…
Registration Policies
100 & 200-Level FAQs
Opportunities for Students
Career Advising
Placement Testing
Writing Workshop
Credit by Exam
The M.I.T. Program
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