The department also offers the major in International Business jointly with the Management Department. Students will not only learn about contemporary life, but will also have access to the culture, history, politics, literature, music, and art of other societies. Students interested in elementary or secondary education often find that additional certification in a language significantly enhances employment opportunities. Members of the foreign languages department offer personal attention and guidance to every student. The faculty strikes an ideal balance between native speakers and American born professors.
Classes are small and informal.
Study abroad is strongly encouraged either in one of the college's programs or in other approved programs, depending on individual needs and interests. Student are prepared to work and live in multicultural settings. Language clubs add further understanding of foreign language and culture with dinners, films, plays, traditional cultural dancing, and field trips. Members celebrate culture during International Culture Day. Whatever your career choices may be, you can be assured that in today's rapidly changing global marketplace, a language is a valuable asset.