The Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures helps students develop linguistic proficiency and cultural competency. In advanced courses, students gain an understanding of the literature, politics, history, and cultures of the world regions in which the target language is (or was) spoken.
Programs
We offer instruction in Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Japanese, Latin, Russian, and Spanish. There also are three programs in translation: Classical Studies, Comparative Literature, and FL Teaching Internship.
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Language Placement
Not sure what level of language course you should take? Whether you've already started your education in another language or are just beginning, we can guide you.
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Faculty and Staff
Interested in a language? Have some questions? We're here for you.
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Facilities
Located in historic Pardee Hall, our facilities include the full-service, multimedia Foreign Languages & Literatures Resource Center.
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Study Abroad
An academic year, semester, summer, or interim session? The Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures encourages all students to immerse themselves in another culture and language.
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