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Why Study a Foreign Language?
Competence in a foregin language gives students greater facility in English. As the German poet J.W. von Goethe once said, "He who knows no foreign language knows nothing of his own."
In today's increasingly global marketplace, linked by the internet as never before, knowledge of foreign languages and cultures is vital. More and more American firms do business with companies abroad and are opening their branches overseas. Proficiency in a foreign language will make students increasingly attractive to potential employers and open doors to careers at home and abroad.
Learning a foreign language is also an important tool in understanding and appreciating cultural diversity. In the 200 U.S. Census, 28 million respondents claimed Spanish as their first language, a number that is expected to reach 40 million by the year 2025.
Many students who major in a foreign language go on to pursue a Master's or a Doctoral Degree, which can lead to positions in higher education. Graduate programs in the foreign languages offer scholarships, fellowships, and teaching assistantships to make doing so feasible. See the documentation below for more information about how to prepare for graduate studies in the languages and how to start your search for funding.
Students considering a graduate degree in the foreign languages should consult with Modern Languages faculty for additional information and guidance.
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Classics majors get on well in life because they develop intellectual rigor, communications skills, analytical skills, the ability to handle complex information, and, above all, a breadth of view which few other disciplines can provide.
The Princeton Review
The skills acquired through the study of Classics provide outstanding preparation not only for life, but also for graduate study and employment in a variety of fields. Consider the following:
Graduate School: The Educational Testing Service reports that out of 270 disciplines Classics ranks first for high scores on the Verbal portion of the GRE and among the top five in the Quantitative and Analytical portions.
Medicine: Classics students earn higher scores on the MCAT’s and have a higher rate of acceptance into medical school than students majoring in most other fields.
Law: According to Harvard Magazine (May-June 1998), Classics students have some of the highest success rates in law school.
Business: The Association of American Colleges and Universities reports that the best preparation for a career in the business world includes a solid foundation in the liberal arts.
Teaching: There is an exceptionally high nationwide demand for Latin teachers in secondary schools. The American Classical League maintains a listing of open positions within the United States.
Classics: Most Classicists pursue careers in higher education as professors of Classics or Archaeology, which requires a graduate degree. The best way to prepare for graduate studies in Classics is to take as much Greek and Latin as possible during your undergraduate career. Study abroad in Greece and Italy is also highly recommended.
For more information about career paths for Classicists, see:
Students considering a degree or a career in Classics should contact the Classics faculty for additional information and guidance:
Dr. Jana Adamitis (jadam@cnu.edu)
Dr. Bradley Buszard (bradley.buszard@cnu.edu)
Dr. David Pollio (david.pollio@cnu.edu)
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