Undergraduate Study

The Department of Romance Studies offers students a broad range of opportunities for language acquisition, as well as the chance to become sophisticated interpreters of the literature, film, philosophy and material culture produced within and influenced by the Romance languages.

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Majors and Minors

The Department of Romance Studies offers three majors and four minors for undergraduate students, along with coursework in Polish. Explore the links below for detailed information each program:

French (major and minor offered)
Italian (major and minor offered)
Portuguese (minor offered)
Spanish (major and minor offered)
Polish Language Program

Questions? Our Director of Undergraduate Studies is Marilyn Migiel, Professor of Romance Studies and Professor of Literature. Her office hours are listed on the Department Directory and Office Hours pag e

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