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Modern Languages Department

The ability to speak another language and understand its culture becomes your passport to greater global awareness. With majors in Spanish, Adolescence Education: Spanish (7-12) and Teaching English as a Second Language (K-12), as well as courses in French, German, Italian and American Sign Language, Cortland provides an international perspective.

Because nothing builds language skills like immersion in another culture, we encourage you to study abroad through our programs in Spain, Mexico, Venezuela, Germany and France. Whatever choices you make, your Cortland degree will provide a solid foundation for foreign language teaching or careers in international business and other professions.

Whether it is our international faculty supporting you in achieving your goals, connecting with multilingual students on campus, or studying abroad yourself, there are many ways to explore the world through the Modern Languages department.

"Why you should learn another language" presented by Adolescence Education: Spanish major Ryan Lerner at TEDxSUNY Cortland



News

International photo contest 2024 winners announced

International photo contest 2024 winners announced

International Programs has also unveiled the “Photo ID Contest” raffle prize winner.


Apply for Modern Language scholarships

Apply for Modern Language scholarships

Students may apply for Modern Language scholarships between Nov. 15 and Feb. 1.


Successful 2024 Virginia Levine Second Language Educators' Conference

Successful 2024 Virginia Levine Second Language Educators' Conference

The 2024 Virginia Levine Second Language Educators' Conference was held on Saturday, September 21, 2024.


Clubs/Societies

Our language clubs celebrate languages and culturesjoin us!