Modern Languages Program

Language Courses

Students are responsible for meeting all graduation requirements; therefore, it is important that students consult with their advisor each semester before registering for courses.

The Department of Modern Languages offers elementary and intermediate courses in Arabic, French, German, Italian, Latin, Portuguese, and Spanish. Elementary courses (101, 102) and intermediate courses (113, 114) may be offered in languages not listed in this catalog. Recent examples include Japanese and Russian. Refer to the schedule of classes published each semester and contact the department chair for details. Advanced courses are available in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Placement for language study may be determined by performance on the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) tests or by course work. Students who demonstrate proficiency on the CEEB or the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests are granted credit toward graduation in accordance with College policy.

Elementary language courses numbered 101 or 102 may be taken for elective credit, except in the language presented to meet College admission requirements. Students who wish to continue their study of the language presented for admission should elect language courses numbered 110, 113, or 114. Students who complete a language course numbered 110 or 113 will be considered to have fulfilled one of the requirements for the Social and Behavioral Sciences Category of General Education.

Study Abroad

The Department of Modern Languages encourages students to study abroad and sponsors a program in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Please contact the Department of Modern Languages for information concerning this program.