Spanish and Portuguese Studies - University of Washington
  Experiential Learning

In this program, students have the opportunity to participate in a project of "Experiential Learning", in which they will combine study with service to the community. The students must volunteer 2-5 hours a week- i.e., a minimum of 20 hours per quarter-- in organizations that provide services primarily, although not exclusively, to Spanish speakers. Alternatively, they may volunteer in public schools as tutors of different academic themes. Some of the organizations and schools which collaborate with Service Learning are CASA Latina, the Mexican Consulate, El Centro de la Raza, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, Cascade People's Center, Center for Spanish Studies, John Stanford International School, Bryant Elementary School, John Hay Elementary School, Hamilton Middle School, Nathan Hale High School, Pipeline Project, East Side Literacy Program and others.

Experiential learning benefits not only these organizations, but also the students who participate in the program. Students have the chance to apply and increase their knowledge of the Spanish language in a real context. They are exposed to Hispanic multiculturalism and become active agents of social change in the community. Approximately 18 students participate in this program each year.

  See also…
Major Requirements
Admission to the Major
Minor Requirements
Honors
Linguistics Degree
First year Spanish
Second year Spanish


This program is coordinated by María Gillman, Senior Lecturer & 300-level Language Coordinator, mgill@u.washington.edu.