Hispanic Culture & Language
The Hispanic Culture and Language Living-Learning Community will engage students in social, academic, and creative hands-on activities related to the Spanish language and Hispanic culture.

Spanish-speaking experience at all levels, from beginner to native speaker, is welcome. Students will participate in cultural opportunities at Iowa and in local communities through dialogue, art, food, and music.

Course requirement
Students in this community will earn 1 semester hour of credit by participating in a Hispanic Culture and Language course. The course involves enrichment activities and academic skill enhancement, and develops a greater knowledge of Hispanic culture and language development.

Community activities may include:

• A variety of field trips to local communities to hear cultural speakers and interact with community members and share celebrations
• Spanish-language film series
• Discussions and Interactions with the Spanish Department
• Presentations on study abroad in Spanish-speaking countries, careers using Spanish, and introductions to programs on campus related to Spanish
• Opportunities to participate in programs through the Center for Diversity and Enrichment
• Mentoring in local elementary schools with Spanish-speaking students
• Opportunities for service projects involving the Hispanic community

Eligibility
The Hispanic Culture and Language Living-Learning Community is open to all students from beginner to native Spanish speakers.

Contact information
The community is sponsored by the UI Department of Spanish & Portuguese and the UI Center for Diversity and Enrichment. Contact Denise Filios for more information.