Chicago professor presents about heritage language speakers for Hatcher Lecture Series
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Curious about academic programs Western Kentucky University? Throughout the semester, we feature a different academic program each day so you can check out courses, career paths & more. Today in WKU Potter College of Arts & Letters & WKU Modern Languages, we highlight a major in Chinese. For more information: wku.edu/modernlanguage…

Nguyen Nguyen, Chinese Major/TESL Minor, Class of 2024

Nguyen Nguyen entered WKU with proficiency in both English and Vietnamese. She is fascinated by second language acquisition and has a passion for education. After graduation, she plans to enter the teaching field.

Natalie Spiva, Spanish and Psychological Sciences, Class of 2025

“Having personal experience with learning and using a second language facilitates my own understanding and curiosity about language processes.'

“Practice every day.”

Sarah Downing will graduate with two skills: Chinese and professional writing. Her goal is to teach English in Taiwan. She encourages language study and stresses the importance of consistent practice and engagement with the language.

Congratulations, Juanito!
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Curious about academic programs Western Kentucky University? Throughout the semester, we feature a different academic program each day so you can check out courses, career paths & more. Today in WKU Potter College of Arts & Letters & WKU Modern Languages, we highlight a major in Spanish. For more information: wku.edu/modernlanguage…

Dr. Ke Peng--pictured with PCAL Associate Dean Dr. Jeffrey Budziak--recently received a One Million Dollar Grant Club Award from the Office of Research and Creative Activity. Congratulations! WKU Potter College of Arts & Letters WKU Research WKUChinese WKU Chinese Flagship

Our Leadership Sword students had the opportunity today to learn about the value of studying a second language from Western Kentucky University’s Dr. Poole. Thank you to Dr. Poole for his visit to Sparta!
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Dr. Ke Peng was among five finalists for the 2024 ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year. This is a tremendous honor, and it speaks volumes about her skill and commitment to WKU students. WKU Potter College of Arts & Letters WKU Chinese Flagship WKU News Tim Caboni WKU Admissions WKU ISEC

KY WLs teachers, wish good luck to Dr. Ke Peng, Chinese professor at Western Kentucky University WKU Modern Languages, and 2022 KWLA-online Outstanding Teacher of the Year. Tomorrow, ACTFL will announce the 2024 National Language Teacher of the Year. Stay tuned!

Dr. Inma Pertusa and students cooked up an array of Latin food on Monday. Students majoring, minoring, or doing a certificate in Spanish learn about culture and gain language skills they utilize in their careers post-graduation. WKU Potter College of Arts & Letters Andy Wagoner, WKU Career Coach

Monolingualism is an economic and security risk.

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'Nine out of 10 U.S. employers rely on employees with language skills other than English, and one in four U.S. employers lost business due to a lack of language skills.'
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The Most Spoken Language (Besides English & Spanish) in Every State.

In 5 states, that language is Chinese.

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'UChicago psychologist shares his No.1 brain hack for critical thinking and memory skills: Think in a foreign language'

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'‘I couldn’t believe the data’: how thinking in a foreign language improves decision-making'

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