Cultural encounters and intercultural dialogue are at the center of our scholarship and teaching.


Knowledge of languages and cultures is a competitive edge in the increasingly globalized and complex workplace of the 21st century. By studying literary and cultural values, both past and present, our students gain important insights that prepare them to confront the intellectual, social, and political challenges of the future. 

 

  • Hernandez's Class

    ASL

    Our department offers two Introduction to American Sign Language courses, as well as advanced workshops in ASL storytelling.

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  • arabic class

    Arabic

    One of the top-five languages in the world, Arabic opens doors to intercultural understanding, career opportunities, and international adventure.

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  • Hands writing Chinese characters

    Chinese

    The study of Mandarin Chinese is supported by a range of courses in language and culture, the Chinese Club, study-abroad opportunities, and the Asian Studies minor.

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  • French Pi Delta Phi

    French

    The Major in French and Francophone Studies offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the French-speaking world, and includes a practical immersion experience in a French-speaking country.

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  • German Students

    German

    German speakers have a competitive advantage in the global market. It is the native language of one quarter of Europeans, and is highly useful in business, engineering, nursing, philosophy, and the hard sciences.

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  • Irish students

    Irish

    At Catholic University, studying Irish language is enriched by our convenient class schedule, "immersion Saturdays," several study-abroad opportunities, the CUA Gaels student club, and the Certificate in Irish Studies program.

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  • Class in Italy

    Italian

    Learn Italian, study the culture, and spend a semester studying in Italy. Italian Studies majors acquire a deep knowledge of the country, it history, literature, and art. The minor program also combines classes in both Italian language and culture.

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  • Spanish Students

    Spanish

    Degree programs in Spanish at Catholic University include undergraduate majors in Hispanic Studies and Spanish for International Service, master's and doctoral programs in Hispanic Literatures and Cultures, a Certificate in Spanish for Health Care, and a Minor in Hispanic Studies.

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