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Language and Culture Beyond Boundaries
The School of Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (SOLAL) offers students opportunities to explore new languages or build on existing skills. Majors and minors can choose from courses in literary and cultural studies, business applications, linguistics, and second language acquisition. Each program blends classroom learning with immersive activities like theatre, symposia, concerts, trips, conversation groups, and study abroad opportunities. Units such as Classical Studies, French Studies, German Studies, Italian Studies, and Spanish and Hispanic Studies provide a comprehensive education in language and culture, preparing students for global engagement.
Majors
Classical and Modern Cultures Studies
Classical Studies is the study of cultural achievements of the ancient Greeks and Romans from the earliest records to the Middle Ages. Their development of critical thinking, political organization, and the arts was of the greatest importance in forming the cultural tradition of the West.
Degree RequirementsFrench Studies
Studying French opens doors to diverse opportunities, including exploring Francophone literature (Quebec, France, Africa, and the Caribbean), developing skills in second-language teaching, engaging in literary translation, and understanding cultural interconnections.
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Italian Studies
Italian Studies focuses on the language, literature, and culture of Italy, from the Medieval to modern periods. Students appreciate Italy's rich contributions to art and humanities.
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Spanish Studies explores the Spanish language and the diverse cultures of the Hispanic world. It prepares students to engage with one of the most spoken languages globally.
Academic CalendarGerman Studies
German Studies provides insights into the German language, culture, and history. Students explore Germany’s significant influence on Europe and the global economy.
Academic CalendarLinguistics
Linguistics is the scientific study of language structure and use. Students explore its applications in cognitive science, artificial intelligence, and communication fields.
Academic CalendarFrench Studies
Studying French unlocks opportunities to explore Francophone literature, teach languages, pursue translation, and understand cultural connections across the globe.
Academic CalendarClassical Studies
Classical Studies explores the cultural achievements of the Greeks and Romans, whose critical thinking, politics, and arts shaped the foundations of Western cultural tradition.
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Our programs feature culture and literature seminars in target languages, as well as courses for students without extensive language backgrounds. Expand your cultural horizons with topics like Myth and Fairy Tales (HUMN*3020), Renaissance Lovers and Fools (HUMN*3400), and Holocaust & WWII in Literature and Film (HUMN*3470), among others.