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World Languages Program*: Overview
Department of Linguistics
Contact Information
World Languages ProgramCollege of Arts and Sciences
609 Baldy Hall
North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260-1030
Phone: 716.645.2177
Fax: 716.645.3825
Web Address: linguistics.buffalo.edu/language_programs/
Karin Michelson
Chair
Chair
David Fertig
Director of Language Programs
Director of Language Programs
Program Overview
*Not a baccalaureate degree program
Foreign language proficiency and familiarity with other cultures are practical and often vital skills in today's global economy. Those whose linguistic repertoire is limited to one language are at a distinct disadvantage, whether the task at hand involves conducting research using original source materials, negotiating a business deal, or forging a friendship.
In addition to being practical, knowledge of a foreign language is personally rewarding. It enables students to discover other ways of thinking and viewing the world, and to better understand their own culture. For many, it is also a means of strengthening ethnic and cultural identity.
Foreign language proficiency and familiarity with other cultures are practical and often vital skills in today's global economy. Those whose linguistic repertoire is limited to one language are at a distinct disadvantage, whether the task at hand involves conducting research using original source materials, negotiating a business deal, or forging a friendship.
In addition to being practical, knowledge of a foreign language is personally rewarding. It enables students to discover other ways of thinking and viewing the world, and to better understand their own culture. For many, it is also a means of strengthening ethnic and cultural identity.
Last updated: Wednesday, 23-Apr-2008 15:43:12 EDT