Languages At GVSU
A Look Into Our Programs
The Modern Languages and Literatures Department's language courses offer not just the chance to study a language, but to actively engage with another culture with a respectful understanding and awareness of its people in alignment with GVSU's Vision and strategic priorities to "inspire and equip students to be active life-long learners and global citizens".
Multiple studies link the benefits of language learning to:
- enhanced cognitive ability and flexibility
- delaying mental effects of aging
- empathy and effective interpersonal skills
- improved learning outcomes in other subjects
The following professions are seeing an increased need for language skills:
- Business and International Relations
- Health Professions
- Engineering and other STEM fields
- National Security and other diplomatic government positions
- Non-profit Organizations
Check out our majors, minors, and other language courses.
Lead with Languages
Learn how knowing a second (or third!) language gives you a boost up the ladder to success.
Foreign Language Major Careers
Now you can tell everyone what you're going to do after you graduate.
Reasons to Learn a Foreign Language
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Meet Our Students
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