The Department of World Languages and Cultures is more than just a place, more than just a department. Here we explore our connections to people and community through language and culture. We are a unique and diverse department and believe an essential part of becoming an educated person is understanding oneself and how we connect with people around the world.
We invite anyone interested in learning a language, exploring different cultures, and meeting interesting people to join our department and celebrate unique perspectives and experiences with our incredible students and faculty.
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Graduation of the Healthcare Interpreter Program at USU Salt Lake Center - July 12, 2024
Congratulations to the graduates of the first Healthcare Interpreter Training Program taught on USU's Salt Lake City campus. The program took place from June 7 to June 29, 2024. Please check back for future programs on USU's Logan and other campuses.
Get Involved
Explore the culture of Russia through service and social events where you can interact with other students of Russian during cultural activities.
El Club de Español is a place for students of all Spanish language capabilities to get together and practice their Spanish.
The French Club at USU provides a place where French students can spend time with one another while practicing their communication skills.
Spend time with other learners of Chinese while participating in Chinese-related activities.
IELISA is a student led organization sponsored by the Intensive English Language Institute (IELI). It is open to any USU student with an interest in cultural and international friendship and collaboration.
Our wonderful team of Aggie Translators provides translation and interpreting services in our community.
Study languages in their native contexts and gain greater understanding of the ways that language influences populations and cultures.
Practice Arabic with your fellow students while learning about and enjoying Middle-Eastern culture.
The German Club is open to anyone looking to practice German and engage with German culture outside of the classroom.
Learn Portuguese songs, eat Brazilian snacks, and enjoy games, music and movies while practicing Portuguese.
Studying language at USU? Visit the Technology Assisted Language Center to print assignments, visit with tutors, and read native language media.
Pound mochi, participate in Sports Day celebrations, and practice your Japanese with fellow students and native speakers.
Learn about Asian traditions, social trends and popular cultural forms, ranging from food, movies, music, dance, games, folk beliefs and performances.