Students will apply intermediate level language skills with an emphasis on speaking and listening to discuss civic engagement issues related to the Spanish speaking world both in and outside the United States. This course will use culturally authentic audio, video, and text materials as well as guest speakers to expose students to current Spanish language practices. By the end of the semester, students will reach the Intermediate Low proficiency level established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages.
A minimum of four-week language and/or cultural study in a Spanish speaking country to explore the realities of peoples in their context. Courses taken abroad should be transferrable to Spanish courses at Viterbo University, and they are expected to expand and enhance students' social, political, historical, linguistic, and cultural perspective on Spanish speaking countries. It is strongly recommended that students pursuing a Spanish major do their Study Abroad the first or second summer after enrolling at Viterbo (See SPAN 100, 300, 400.)
Intended for students who have some experience with Spanish, this course reviews concepts from beginning Spanish through the use of culturally authentic audio, video, and text materials. The course is designed to help students review and further develop their basic speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills. By the end of the semester, students will reach the Novice High proficiency level established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages.
Culturally authentic technology and print materials at the introductory level are used to facilitate communication skills in Spanish for everyday conversations and interactions. Students will practice reading, writing, and speaking skills such as using complete sentences, responding to questions, and building vocabulary and syntax knowledge. By the end of the semester, students will reach the Novice High proficiency level established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. Recommended for students with no previous Spanish study.
Culturally authentic technology and print materials at the introductory level are used to facilitate communication skills in Spanish for everyday conversations and interactions. Students will practice common words and phrases such as exchanging greetings, introducing themselves, and identifying everyday objects and occurrences. By the end of the semester, students will reach the Novice Mid proficiency level established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. Recommended for students with no previous Spanish study.
A minimum of four-week language and/or cultural study in a Spanish speaking country to explore the realities of peoples in their context. Courses taken abroad should be transferrable to Spanish courses at Viterbo University, and they are expected to expand and enhance students' social, political, historical, linguistic, and cultural perspective on Spanish speaking countries. It is strongly recommended that students pursuing a Spanish major do their Study Abroad the first or second summer after enrolling at Viterbo (See SPAN 200, 300, 400.)
Independent reading and/or research under the supervision of a faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.
Courses on topics of interest to social work students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.
The capstone course supports students in their transition from academia to generalist social work practice in the agency setting. Course outcomes emphasize the connection between theory and practice. Course content includes organizational theory, ethics in agency settings, supervision, organizational functions and client systems. Information on credentialing, licensure and career development further the students' identification as a professional social worker. Must be taken concurrently with 480. Prerequisite: 366 or PSYC 340, MATH 130 or PSYC 223 or SOCL 223.
In this agency-based practicum students practice with the knowledge, values, and skills developed throughout the social work curricula. Students engage in a structured, individualized, educational experience in a community agency setting. Viterbo University faculty liaisons, agency instructors and students collaborate to facilitate the transition from classroom to generalist social work practice. During the semester student provide social work services 30 hours per week, for a minimum of 450 hours, in an agency setting approved by the Viterbo University social work field director.