Overview
The study of a second language is a valuable asset for every university student regardless of career goals and personal aspirations. Knowledge of other languages and cultures makes one a more informed citizen and may provide a marketable skill.
We offer programs in:
Our course work is broad and diverse and supplements any graduate degree well. The immediate goal of taking Spanish or German course work is to develop the students' proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, as well as culture of a foreign country.
Students wishing to satisfy the 14-hour language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts degree may do so in any of these languages and may also elect to minor in French, German, or Spanish. Teaching majors and teaching minors are also offered in French, German, and Spanish.
Language Grads at Work
In an increasingly multicultural world, graduates proficient in a second or third language are sought after by employers in most industries. Language grads are at work in education, government, business, social services, healthcare and many other fields.
Scholarships
We offer several department scholarships for those who major in languages.
International Study
We currently offer five international study programs for language students:
- Carl von Ossietzky Universitat, Oldenburg, Germany
- Friedrich Schiller Universitat, Jena, Germany
- Universite d' Orleans, France
- University of Vigo, Spain
- Pazmany Peter Catholic University, Hungary
These exchange programs offer semester, summer and year-long study options. In addition to these Language programs, The U offers student exchange programs with many other universities. Language faculty members are happy to help match students with opportunities that best meet their career and personal objectives.
Graduate Classes
Although we do not currently offer a graduate degree in language, courses are offered for graduate credit and may be used for supporting course credit.
Course work is available to graduate students in:
- German
- Modern Languages
- Spanish
Additional information can be found in the graduate catalog or by contacting us:
Susan Wolfe, Department Chair
Language, Linguistics and Philosophy
Get Involved!
- Spanish Club
- Sigma Delta Pi
- La Hora de Café
- French Cine Club
- Philosophy Club
Knowledge of other languages and cultures makes you a more informed citizen and provides marketable skills.