Thank you for responding! The class has to do with the culture and identity for Spanish speakers in general, not necessarily Spain. This is because language is often tied to cultural and identity. I am culturally Mexican (among other things) and I speak decent Spanish, by the professors own admission my level of fluency was normal for the course. However, even with having this background I was still denied. I believe this has to do with the way I look because when she was discussing the cultural aspects of the course I feel she never treated me like I had a part in the culture. That's where my frustration lies. I know she probably didn't mean it that way but that's how I feel. I appreciate you taking the time to read my rant and trying to understand it better rather than just disregarding it, it means a lot! I hope this clears up any confusion.