The Languages and Literature department offers a vigorous and cross-disciplinary study of languages, literature, and expressive culture from across the world. Students in our program can study everything from the history of the Theatre, to the literature of Japan, to the way language is processed in the human brain. These courses are complemented by language programs in Arabic, Chinese, French, and Spanish. By studying at the programs offered by LL department students will gain a nuanced understanding of the intricacies of poetry, literature, and culture and will become critical and creative writers.