Union University

Department of Language

Department of Language

The Department of Language provides a multifaceted and innovative language curriculum that enables you to develop high levels of proficiency ina second language as well as cultural competency. READ MORE

Intermediate courses provide the opportunity to develop language skills and to understand the principles of language acquisition. Advanced programs in language and teaching English as a second language prepare you for a variety of careers or graduate studies.

In our world where international communication skills are in increasing demand, a degree in foreign language is an asset in any field - business, medicine, social work, education, translation. Being proficient in a foreign language and knowledgeable about other cultures prepares you for many career opportunities.

Faculty

Programs of Study

Please see the Academic Catalogue description for more detail. Some minors do not appear here.

Student Organizations

Recent Photos

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5/23/09 - Tiffany Fredericks, French graduate, hugs a friend at the conclusion of the spring commencement service. - Angela Abbamonte
5/23/09 - Tiffany Fredericks, French graduate, hugs a friend at the conclusion of the spring commencement service. - Angela Abbamonte

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5/23/09 - Ashley Diehm smiles at a friend after receiving her BA  in Teaching English As a Second Language during spring graduation. - Angela Abbamonte
5/23/09 - Ashley Diehm smiles at a friend after receiving her BA in Teaching English As a Second Language during spring graduation. - Angela Abbamonte

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2/17/09 - Students participating in the Language capstone group look over each other's papers. - Kristi McMurry
2/17/09 - Students participating in the Language capstone group look over each other's papers. - Kristi McMurry

Contact Information
Course Schedules
Undergraduate Catalogues (.pdf)
Undergraduate Areas of Study
  • Applied Linguistics, Language
  • French Language & Culture, Language*
  • French Literature & Culture, Language*
  • Language - Applied Linguistics
  • Language-French Language & Culture*
  • Language-French Literature & Culture*
  • Language-Spanish Language & Culture*
  • Language-Spanish Literature & Culture*
  • Language-Teaching English as a 2nd Language*
  • Spanish Language & Culture, Language*
  • Spanish Literature & Culture, Language*
  • Teaching English as a 2nd Language, Language**

  • * Teacher Licensure Available
  • ** Secondary School Licensure is built around the student's majoring in the teaching field, such as Mathematics, PE, English, etc.
  • *** Indicates area of study available as a minor concentration; all others are available as a major concentration