The department of modern and classical languages offers a M.A. in World Cultures and Literatures, the Bachelor of Arts degree in Chinese Studies, French, Italian Studies, and World Cultures and Literature (with concentrations in Ancient Studies, German Studies, Francophone Cultures Studies, Global Cinema Studies, Global Modernity Studies, and Middle Eastern Studies), a minor in Jewish Studies, a minor in India Studies, as well as minors and/or language instruction in 13 languages.Our curriculum is student-centered, competency based and fosters critical thinking, analytical, and writing skills. The study of languages, cultures, and literatures, prepares students to engage with the world, bridge the gap between cultures, and to gain deeper insight and new perspectives on their own culture.