Prospective Students
The faculty in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures is committed to helpingstudentsearn this passport to the world!Click on the links below to learn more about our program.
Many of our students have a double major.A language major is a natural complement to virtually any other major at Stetson. The new global economy means that business majorsare interested in the many countries with which they will be doing business. Scientists will want to collaborate with and visit foreign labs. English majors are fascinated by the literature of other countries. Musicians and singers are curious about the culture and language of their favoritecomposers. Teachers appreciate the uniqueness of the students from foreign countries in their classroom . It is hard to think of a field that knowledge of a foreign language and cultural awareness will not benefit. Advisors in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures will help you select the courses most appropriate to achievingyour personal goals.
It is often quite easy to earn a double major. Those students who start their coursework at the 200 level or who arrive with credits earned through an AP or an IB program already have a head start. In addition, spending a semester abroad will facilitate the process even more.
As a language major, it is expected that you will participate in at least one semester of the study abroad program. The credits earned abroad can often make it quite easy to earna double major.In addition,alarge range of courses is available, so if you wish to attain a high degree of proficiency while working on a major in another field you mayalso enjoy taking advantage of this program.
The study abroad program is proud to maintain centers in France, Germany, Mexico, Russia, Hong Kong, England, and Spain. Some scholarships are available. Check it out!
An Internship in the Mexican-American Community is available.
The Corinne Lynch Scholars program offers scholarships for modern language majors. Scholarships are also available for study abroad. Application must be made through the Chair of the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures.
Check these out!
These two brochures published by the Modern Language Association offer lots of information to students who are thinking about studying a foreign language. Topics include personal enrichment, career benefits, and study abroad. They also offer advice about what to expect in your courses and how to decide what language to study.