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.
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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
- Jean Marie Walls
- Professor of Language and Department Chair
- Education:
B.A., Mississippi State University
M.A., Mississippi State University
Ph.D, Louisiana State University
Additional Study, Northwestern University
- Office: PAC A-29, Box 1822, 731-661-5359 (voice)
- E-mail: jwalls@uu.edu
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- Julie Glosson
- Cynthia Powell Jayne
- University Professor of Language
- Associate Provost for Intercultural and International Studies, Office of Strategic Initiatives and the Provost
- Education:
B.A., Mississippi College
M.A., Louisiana State University
Ph.D, Louisiana State University
Additional Study, Vanderbilt University, University of Kentucky, and the Summer Institute of Intercultural Communication
- Office: PAC F-12B, Box 1858, 731-661-5358 (voice)
- E-mail: cjayne@uu.edu
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- Brianne Kobeck
- Victoria Malone
- Karen Martin
- Kristie Niemeier
- Phillip G. Ryan
- Professor of Language and Coordinator of the ESL Program
- Education:
B.A., Union University
M.A., University of Memphis
Ph.D, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
- Office: PAC A-31, Box 3158, 731-661-5464 (voice)
- E-mail: pryan@uu.edu
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Programs of Study
- Applied Linguistics
- French
- Spanish
- Teaching English as a Second Language
Two tracks are available for students wishing to teach English as a second language.
- Major in Teaching
- English as a Second Language
- Teacher Licensure in English as a Second Language
A minor in teaching English as a second language is also available.
Please see the Academic Catalogue description for more detail. Some minors do not appear here.
Student Organizations
- Alliance Francophone
Advisor: Dr. Jean Marie Walls
The Alliance Francophone seeks to encourage understanding and enjoyment of the French language and to foster a deeper appreciation for French-speaking cultures.
Past News
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7/19/2010 - Martin’s first book explores works of Isabel Allende
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Faculty members and students discuss different study abroad options at the external study fair. - Olivia Wallace
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Students participate in an external study fair in the PAC where they learned about different study abroad options available. - Olivia Wallace
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Students discuss different study abroad options during the external study fair. - Olivia Wallace
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Ben Sáenz responds to a question from a group of students during the book signing. - Matt McDaniel
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