Modern Foreign Languages Department Minors
French Minor
PEAKS | Humanities & Fine Arts |
Essential components of the French Minor include the study of vocabulary, structures, and syntax, the discussion of cultural issues, the introduction to literature, and the redaction of compositions in French.
The minor requires a minimum of twenty-four credits. Twenty-one must be in French. Six of these twenty-one credits must be in the upper-division (300- and 400-level). For students entering the program with proven proficiency in French, a maximum of 10 credits may be waived toward the minor requirements.
Students wishing to teach a modern foreign language at the secondary level shall complete the language minor and MFL-444.1 Second Language Acquisition Theory & Practice and MFL-445.1 Foreign Language, ESL & Bilingual Methods as well as completing the requirements for a first teaching field in another content area. Please consult with the education department for specific certification requirements.
A liberal arts curriculum values breadth and exposure to both the Fine Arts and Humanities. Therefore, any student completing a minor in Modern Foreign Languages must also complete three credits in a Fine Arts course that complements the language of the minor.
The following Modern Foreign Languages courses are required:
- MFL-111 French Language & Culture I (4 cr)
- MFL-111REV French Grammar & Phonetics Review (1 cr)
- MFL-112 French Language & Culture II (4 cr)
- MFL-211 French Language & Culture III (3 cr)
- MFL-212 French Language & Culture IV (3 cr)
- MFL-311 French Composition & Conversation I (3 cr)
- MFL-312 French Composition & Conversation II (3 cr)
- Three Fine Arts credits from the following list are required:
- ART-230 Introduction to Sculpture (3 cr)
- ART-239 Ancient to Medieval (3 cr)
- ART-240 Renaissance to Modern (3 cr)
- MUS-111 Introduction to Music Literature (3 cr)
- MUS-240 Renaissance to Modern (3 cr)
- MUS-240 Renaissance to Modern (3 cr)
- THE-115 Introduction to Theatre (3 cr)
- THE-200 Introduction to Film Studies (3 cr)
Even the most rigorous domestic courses in Modern Foreign Languages are not a substitute for immersion in a community where the target language is dominant. Students who elect a minor in Modern Foreign Languages are strongly encouraged to participate in at least one term of study abroad or living in a community where their target language is dominant.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Writing
- Problem Solving
- Written Communication
- Language and culture proficiency at levels 1.2, 2.2, 3.2, and 4.2 of the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century (National Standards in Foreign Language Education Project, 3rd. Ed. [1999]) and "Intermediate-High" language proficiency of the ACTFL Guidelines (American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, 1983, Revised 1985).
French Foundations Minor
PEAKS | Professional Studies & Enhancements |
A minor in French Foundations provides a solid foundation of language skills and cultural acumen to complement specializations in both the Liberal Arts and professional fields. Modern foreign language study enhances critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and written communication skills by requiring students to perceive, process, and articulate ideas within a different linguistic and cultural framework from their own. Important components of this enhancement are the systematic study of vocabulary and syntax, the discussion of cultural issues, the introduction to literature, and the redaction of compositions in the target language. In addition to courses offered on campus, students are strongly encouraged to study and travel abroad to apply and enhance their knowledge through cultural immersion in French-speaking communities.
The French Foundations minor requires a minimum of 15 credits. A maximum of 10 credits may be waived toward the minor requirements for students entering the program with proven proficiency in the target language. The 15 credits in French must include the following courses or their equivalent:
- MFL-111 French Language & Culture I (4 cr)
- MFL-111REV French Phonetics & Grammar Review (1 cr)
- MFL-112 French Language & Culture II (4 cr)
- MFL 211 French Language & Culture III (3 cr)
- MFL 212 French Language & Culture IV (3 cr)
Student Learning Outcomes
- French language and culture proficiency at levels1.1, 2.1, 3.1, and 4.1 (National Standards in Foreign Language Education Project, 3rd. Ed. [1999]).
- Intermediate-Mid French language proficiency (American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, 1983, Revised 1985).
German Minor
PEAKS | Humanities & Fine Arts |
Essential components of the German Minor include the study of vocabulary, structures, and syntax, the discussion of cultural issues, the introduction to literature, and the redaction of compositions in German.
The minor requires a minimum of twenty-four credits. Twenty-one must be in German. Six of these twenty-one credits must be in the upper-division (300- and 400-level). For students entering the program with proven proficiency in German, a maximum of 10 credits may be waived toward the minor requirements.
Students wishing to teach a modern foreign language at the secondary level shall complete the language minor and MFL-444.1 Second Language Acquisition Theory & Practice and MFL-445.1 Foreign Language, ESL & Bilingual Methods as well as completing the requirements for a first teaching field in another content area. Please consult with the education department for specific certification requirements.
A liberal arts curriculum values breadth and exposure to both the Fine Arts and Humanities. Therefore, any student completing a minor in Modern Foreign Languages must also complete three credits in a Fine Arts course that complements the language of the minor.
The following Modern Foreign Languages courses are required:
- MFL-121 German Language & Culture I (4 cr)
- MFL-121REV German Grammar & Phonetics Review (1 cr)
- MFL-122 German Language & Culture II (4 cr)
- MFL-223 German Language & Culture III (3 cr)
- MFL-224 German Language & Culture IV (3 cr)
- MFL-321 German Composition & Conversation I (3 cr)
- MFL-322 German Composition & Conversation II (3 cr)
- Three Fine Arts credits from the following list are required:
- ART-230 Introduction to Sculpture (3 cr)
- ART-239 Ancient to Medieval (3 cr)
- ART-240 Renaissance to Modern (3 cr)
- MUS-111 Introduction to Music Literature (3 cr)
- MUS-119 The Creative World of Mozart (2 cr)
- MUS-240 Renaissance to Modern (3 cr)
- MUS-315 Beethoven (2 cr)
- MUS-240 Renaissance to Modern (3 cr)
- THE-115 Introduction to Theatre (3 cr)
- THE-200 Introduction to Film Studies (3 cr)
Even the most rigorous domestic courses in Modern Foreign Languages are not a substitute for immersion in a community where the target language is dominant. Students who elect a minor in Modern Foreign Languages are strongly encouraged to participate in at least one term of study abroad or living in a community where their target language is dominant.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Writing
- Problem Solving
- Written Communication
- Language and culture proficiency at levels 1.2, 2.2, 3.2, and 4.2 of the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century (National Standards in Foreign Language Education Project, 3rd. Ed. [1999]) and "Intermediate-High" language proficiency of the ACTFL Guidelines (American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, 1983, Revised 1985).
German Foundations Minor
PEAKS | Professional Studies & Enhancements |
A minor in German Foundations provides a solid foundation of language skills and cultural acumen to complement specializations in both Liberal Arts and professional fields. Modern foreign language study enhances critical thinking , analytical reasoning, and written communication skills by requiring students to perceive, process, and articulate ideas within a different linguistic and cultural framework from their own. Important components of this enhancement are the systematic study of vocabulary and syntax, the discussion of cultural issues, the introduction to literature, and the redaction of compositions in the target language.In addition to courses offered on campus, students are strongly encouraged to study and travel abroad to apply and enhance their knowledge through cultural immersion in German-speaking communities.
The German Foundations minor requires a minimum of 15 credits. A maximum of 10 credits may be waived toward the minor requirements for students entering the program with proven proficiency in the target language. The 15 credits in German must include the following courses or their equivalent:
- MFL-121 German Language & Culture I (4 cr)
- MFL-121REV German Phonetics & Grammar Review (1 cr)
- MFL-122 German Language & Culture II (4 cr)
- MFL 223 German Language & Culture III (3 cr)
- MFL 224 German Language & Culture IV (3 cr)
Student Learning Outcomes
- German language and culture proficiency at levels1.1, 2.1, 3.1, and 4.1 (National Standards in Foreign Language Education Project, 3rd. Ed. [1999]).
- Intermediate-Mid German language proficiency (American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, 1983, Revised 1985).
Spanish Minor
PEAKS | Humanities & Fine Arts |
Essential components of the Spanish Minor include the study of vocabulary, structures, and syntax, the discussion of cultural issues, the introduction to literature, and the redaction of compositions in Spanish.
The minor requires a minimum of twenty-four credits. Twenty-one must be in Spanish. Six of these twenty-one credits must be in the upper-division (300- and 400-level). For students entering the program with proven proficiency in Spanish, a maximum of 10 credits may be waived toward the minor requirements.
Students wishing to teach a modern foreign language at the secondary level shall complete the language minor and MFL-444.1 Second Language Acquisition Theory & Practice and MFL-445.1 Foreign Language, ESL & Bilingual Methods as well as completing the requirements for a first teaching field in another content area. Please consult with the education department for specific certification requirements.
A liberal arts curriculum values breadth and exposure to both the Fine Arts and Humanities. Therefore, any student completing a minor in Modern Foreign Languages must also complete three credits in a Fine Arts course that complements the language of the minor.
The following Modern Foreign Languages courses are required:
- MFL-131 Spanish Language & Culture I (4 cr)
- MFL-131REV Spanish Grammar & Phonetics Review (1 cr)
- MFL-132 Spanish Language & Culture II (4 cr)
- MFL-232 Spanish Language & Culture III (3 cr)
- MFL-233 Spanish Language & Culture IV (3 cr)
- MFL-330 Spanish Composition & Conversation I (3 cr)
- MFL-331 Spanish Composition & Conversation II (3 cr)
- Three Fine Arts credits from the following list are required:
Even the most rigorous domestic courses in Modern Foreign Languages are not a substitute for immersion in a community where the target language is dominant. Students who elect a minor in Modern Foreign Languages are strongly encouraged to participate in at least one term of study abroad or living in a community where their target language is dominant.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Writing
- Problem Solving
- Written Communication
- Language and culture proficiency at levels 1.2, 2.2, 3.2, and 4.2 of the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century (National Standards in Foreign Language Education Project, 3rd. Ed. [1999]) and "Intermediate-High" language proficiency of the ACTFL Guidelines (American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, 1983, Revised 1985).
Spanish Foundations Minor
PEAKS | Professional Studies & Enhancements |
A minor in Spanish Foundations provides a solid foundation of language skills and cultural acumen to complement specializations in both the Liberal Arts and professional fields. Modern foreign language study enhances critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and written communication skills by requiring students to perceive, process, and articulate ideas within a different linguistic and cultural framework from their own. Important components of this enhancement are the systematic study of vocabulary and syntax, the discussion of cultural issues, the introduction to literature, and the redaction of compositions in the target language. In addition to courses offered on campus, students are strongly encouraged to study and travel abroad to apply and enhance their knowledge through cultural immersion in Spanish-speaking communities.
The Spanish Foundations minor requires a minimum of 15 credits. A maximum of 10 credits may be waived toward the minor requirements for students entering the program with proven proficiency in the target language. The 15 credits in Spanish must include the following courses or their equivalent:
- MFL-131 Spanish Language & Culture I (4 cr)
- MFL-131REV Spanish Phonetics & Grammar Review (1 cr)
- MFL-132 Spanish Language & Culture II (4 cr)
- MFL 232 Spanish Language & Culture III (3 cr)
- MFL 233 Spanish Language & Culture IV (3 cr)
Student Learning Outcomes
- Spanish language and culture proficiency at levels1.1, 2.1, 3.1, and 4.1 (National Standards in Foreign Language Education Project, 3rd. Ed. [1999]).
- Intermediate-Mid" Spanish language proficiency (American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, 1983, Revised 1985).