The study of modern languages teaches unique intellectual skills and exposes students to peoples and aspects of cultures that enhance one’s appreciation of the world of which we are a part. Today, the globalization and diversification of politics, the economy and our society have increased the importance of studying a foreign language. Our courses advance learning of high-level synthetic and analytical thinking, enhance the ability of students to communicate, and promote understanding of other cultures from within those cultures. Foreign languages are a springboard from which students will enrich their current studies and later research.
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Decade of Languages: 2005 - 2015
Official Proclamation by
Former ECSU President, David G. Carter
September 9, 2005
Whereas, Eastern Connecticut State University is an institution of Higher Education which embraces diversity as one of the cornerstones of the liberal arts; and
Whereas, the world of tomorrow will require that professions become proficient in a foreign language; and
Whereas, mastery of non-native language enhances the intellectual growth of students; and
Whereas, the modern and classical languages faculty of the University understands that the study of language expands the cultural and literacy awareness of our adult population; and
Whereas, the study of world languages serves as demonstration of our desire to learn about different cultures and history;
Therefore, I, David G. Carter, President of Eastern Connecticut State University, do hereby declare the years 2005-2015 as Decade of Languages at Eastern Connecticut State University.
