This coming fall (2021), the Department of Spanish and Portuguese is offering Spanish courses for students who grew up listening, speaking, writing and/or reading Spanish. If you grew up in in a household where Spanish was (or still is) spoken or if you grew up in a place where Spanish was the dominant language, these courses are for you. 

SPANISH 1113: Introductory Spanish for Heritage Learners (ONLINE) – Fall 2021

Practice and gain confidence in your conversational skills in Spanish. Expand your vocabulary, be introduced to the written language as well as basic Spanish grammar and strengthen your listening skills in a positive and supportive environment. Special focus on the Spanish varieties and cultures in the United States and the Midwest.

SPANISH 3413: Spanish Composition for Heritage Learners – Fall 2021

Use and improve your writing skills through autobiographical, ethnographical, journalistic and professional writing pieces. You will also have an opportunity to record your own podcast and get your opinion piece published at ¿Qué Pasa, OSU?!

If you are interested, watch the video below, presented by Paloma Pinillos Chávez, Heritage Language Ambassador, to learn more about these courses:

If you have any questions, contact Paloma Pinillos Chávez, pinilloschavez.1@osu.edu.