The international market requires diversity, cultural awareness and linguistic facility. Many students choose a language major or minor to prepare for work in fields including domestic and international business, government, historical and medical research, computer science, teaching, interpreting and translation.
Major programs are available in French, German, Italian and Spanish.
In cooperation with the Foreign Language Department of Nazareth College, a wide range of courses is available, including Chinese, Japanese and Russian. Introductory courses awaken an awareness to language itself, developing basic skills in vocabulary, grammar, reading analysis, and cultural awareness applicable to any realm of study. The active, personal use of the language promotes communicative competency in the target language. Upper level courses explore the historical and critical background in the literature and culture of each language, while developing a student's analytical and research skills. Minor Requirements Minor offered in French, German, Italian, and Spanish.