Department of Languages Literatures and Cultures Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQ
March 31, 2020
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PhD student Tiarra Cooper receives Auschwitz Jewish Center fellowship
February 21, 2020
Congratulations to PhD student Tiarra Cooper, who has been awarded a fellowship to attend the 2020 Auschwitz Jewish Center Fellows Program. The Auschwitz Jewish Center Fellows Program is a three...
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Communication is at our fingertips. In a global and online world, multilingul individuals realize advantages in professional, cultural, and social spheres. Learning a second language is invaluable in allowing one to build relationships, become immersed in a foreign culture, experience films and literature in their original language, bridge communication gaps, or aide in diplomatic relations. It could even give a potential employee the leg up when applying for competitive positions.
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