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-38, 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, Administrative Office of 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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- Victoria Malone
- Karen Martin
- Associate Professor of Languages
- Education:
B.A., Samford University
B.A., Union University
M.A., The University of Alabama
D.M.L., Middlebury College
- Office: PAC, Box 1886, 731-661-5225 (voice)
- E-mail: kmartin@uu.edu
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- Kristie Niemeier
- Assistant Professor of Language
- Education:
B.A., Transylvania University
M.A., University of Kansas
Ph.D, University of Kentucky
- Office: PAC A-31, Box 1837, 731-661-5994 (voice)
- E-mail: kniemeier@uu.edu
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- Phillip G. Ryan
- Associate 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-34, 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.
Recent News
Martin’s first book explores works of Isabel Allende
Karen Martin, associate professor of Spanish at Union University, merged her interests in literature and Hispanic culture in writing her first book, “Isabel Allende’s House of the Spirits Trilogy: Narrative Geographies.”
Martin’s book studies the works of Isabel Allende, a famous author of His... -
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5/4/10 - Courtney Bragg, teaching English as a second language major, presents her semester long project for the annual scholarship symposium. - Morris Abernathy
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4/27/10 - Dr. Phillip Ryan, associate professor of language and coordinator of the ESL program, teaches a class. - Morris Abernathy
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12/12/09 - Joanna Sparks, Spanish graduate, and Jessica Vanderpool, ournalism graduate, adjust their caps and hair in the reflection of a glass case before Union's fall graduation ceremonies begin. - Beth Spain
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