Concentration - Foreign Language

The concentration in Foreign Language entails multiple aptitudes that prepare the student for citizenship in an increasingly global environment, one that gives students a deeper grasp of a world that includes profound population movements, cross-cultural influences, economic disparities, ethnic and political conflicts, and bio-environmental pressures. Students need to have knowledge of literature, history, culture, and competency in the spoken and written language. This concentration requires a minimum of 36 credits.

Concentration Requirements:

Requirement	Credits
Intermediate language	6 credits
Composition/Reading/Translation*	3 credits
Civilization/Culture*	6 credits
Literature*	6 credits
Foreign Language Electives*	6 upper level credits
Related electives (e.g., art history, literature, philosophy, economics)	6 credits
Capstone - FLN 499 (Culminating course in concentration)	3 credits
TOTAL	36

*In the specific language.

Recommended Courses:
If you plan to pursue teacher certification or graduate school, Advanced Grammar in the specific language is recommended.

Notes:
This concentration requires a minimum of 36 credits.
Elementary language courses may not be used in the concentration.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who graduate with a concentration in Foreign Languages will be able to:

1. demonstrate familiarity with both the canonical and typical literature of the foreign language;
2. possess an understanding of a range of literary styles and genres;
3. be conversant regarding the major literary figures;
4. demonstrate familiarity with the history of the foreign country or regions where the language is spoken;
5. demonstrate an understanding of the culture of the other country/countries, including dietary customs, mode of dress, celebrations, traditions, societal mores, and cultural identity;
6. demonstrate competency in translation;
7. articulate an understanding of the grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of the foreign language, normally by successfully completing two years of college-level language instruction or its equivalent;
8. evidence an ability to comprehend the foreign language and its linguistic nuances when spoken by others; and
9. communicate in writing in the idiom of the foreign language.