Department of Modern Languages
WHAT WE DO
The Department of Modern Languages develops high language proficiencies in its students and is committed to undergirding language programs with sound linguistic and pedagogical principles. Equally important in the Department are the study of literature, cinema, and culture.
Studying Modern Languages
We are proud of our outstanding faculty, strong tradition of scholarship, and dedication to teaching. The Department of Modern Languages at the University of Mississippi develops in its students high language proficiencies and is committed to undergirding our language programs with sound linguistic and pedagogical principles, as delivered by its programs in Linguistics and TESOL. Equally important in the Department are the study of literature, cinema and culture, fundamentally important programs in language departments.
Academic Programs
For Undergraduates
Learn about our program offerings at the undergraduate level.
B.A. in 6 different majors - Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Linguistics, and Spanish
Minor fields of study in 11 languages
Minor fields of study in linguistics and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
Graduate Programs
Learn about our programs at the graduate level.
M.A. in Modern Languages
Ph.D. in Second Language Studies
Certificate in TESL
ESL Endorsement
Graduate minors in French, German, Linguistics, and Spanish
Meet Our Student Ambassadors
Calloway Bills
Why did you choose to attend UM?
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Emily Lin
What would you tell a high school student about being a language major?
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Jorge Gonzalez
What do you hope to do after you graduate?
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William Bittner
What professor or class has had the most impact on you?
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Andrew Purcell
When and how did you choose your majors?
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Morgan McCann
Why is your department a special place?
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Research and Scholarship
Become familiar with the strong research and scholarship in the Department of Modern Languages.
For example, Dr. Stephen Fafulas, Associate of Spanish and Linguistics, is an inaugural UM Faculty Laureate to build community partnerships to serve Latinx communities across the US South.
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Honors & Awards
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi employees are being honored for caring service to students that goes well beyond their campus responsibilities.
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Help Support Modern Languages
The Department of Modern Languages strives to educate our students about political systems and behavior at the local, state, national, and international levels. In addition to our regular courses, we:
- Support students in study abroad
- Provide graduate students with conference travel, networking opportunities, and professional preparation
- Create competitive graduate stipends
If you’d like to support the department in its work, please consider a tax deductible donation through the University of Mississippi Foundation.