Why Spanish at Iowa?
There are many reasons to study Spanish at Iowa! A renowned program with various courses and an understanding of how to leverage language skills after graduation!
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Do you feel yourself drawn to Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking culture? Do you want to further your language skills? Engage with culture and language with us!
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230+ Million
Number of Portuguese Speakers
480+ Million
Number of Spanish Speakers
News and Announcements
Two faculty members from the Dept. of Spanish & Portuguese Honored with 2025 CLAS Awards
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Nominated for consideration by their colleagues, Dr. Kristine Muñoz and Dr. Rachel Klevar are two of nine faculty members from CLAS who were presented with a 2025 teaching and engagement award.
5 Pieces of Advice I’d Give Myself after Studying Abroad in Costa Rica
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Abigail Kloha, a Spanish and translation major at the University of Iowa and a Global Access Ambassador, studied abroad through IFSA Butler in Heredia, a non-sponsored program at the Universidad Nacional in Costa Rica. Click on the title above to read her reflection on the experience!
The Power of Being Lost: Lessons from Buenos Aires
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Ellie Crock, a double major in Spanish and ethics & public policy, and a Global Access Ambassador, studied abroad through the CIEE Buenos Aires Liberal Arts Program. Click the title above to read her reflection on the experience!