Language opens the door to understanding cultures across centuries and around the world. In the Department of Classics and Modern Languages, you’ll study the languages, literature, history, and ideas that have shaped civilizations while developing the skills to engage thoughtfully with cultures beyond your own.
Whether you are studying the languages and texts of the ancient world or learning a modern language, you’ll deepen your ability to communicate, think critically, and understand the human experience from new perspectives. Rooted in the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual tradition, your studies will also reveal the enduring connections among language, culture, faith, and the liberal arts, preparing you to engage the world with greater knowledge, curiosity, and understanding.
