Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Teacher Education
Each fall LAN pre-service teachers teach weekly world languages lessons at Unity Community Center.
Points of Pride
LAN pre-service teachers attend their first professional conference. See our Points of Pride.
Study Abroad
Immerse yourself in language and culture through one of our department’s Study Abroad programs in France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, and other countries. Search Study Abroad destinations.
Get Involved
French honor society members create an informational banner about Francophone art forms dedicated to social justice. Explore our student organizations.
Scholarship Support
Languages, Literatures, and Cultures students can apply for several scholarships based on their interests, many created by our generous alumni. Search for scholarships.
Languages and Your Career
Knowing more than one language is a very marketable skill for job-seekers. Our alumni are leaders in many different fields, from international business to teaching. Learn more about careers.
Department News
Internationalize Your Voice: World Languages High School Visit
Over 100 high school students and six of their teachers from French, German, and Spanish classes at Normal Community and Normal West High Schools spent the day learning about the value of language study. Read more
Dr. Alejandro Enriquez honored with 2023 Rives award
The Office of the Provost named Associate Professor Alejandro Enriquez the winner of the Stan and Sandy Rives Excellence in Undergraduate Education Award. Read more
Three named 2022 “Researchers to Know”
Three Illinois State University professors have been named 2022 “Researchers to Know” by the Illinois Science and Technology Coalition (ISTC). Read moreEvents
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