Welcome from the Dean

Welcome to the website for the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs (LCWA). Created in January of 2006, this is the newest of the six academic schools at the College of Charleston. It is my pleasure to serve as the interim Dean of this exciting new academic venture. I urge you to look at our Mission and Goals statements to gain a greater understanding of the School of LCWA. We are committed to providing our students with the educational experience that they need to become citizens of the world in the 21st century. The School of LCWA offers undergraduate degree programs in: Classics; three foreign language areas -- French, German, and Spanish; Latin American and Caribbean Studies. We are currently in the planning...
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25 Sep 2006

French Club meetings set for Spring

The French Club has set its meeting dates for the Spring 2008 semester. February 21 March 13 March 27 April 10 Check out the French site for more information....
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19 Feb 2008 | 0 Comments

New Portuguese Site is Live

The new Web site for the Portuguese program is live and almost completed with up to date information. There will also be a new photo gallery for study abroad trips. If you have photos that you would like shared on...
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19 Dec 2007 | 0 Comments

Laughing Matters

Cabaret and Holiday Gathering. Take a break from exam and holiday stress to enjoy free food, drinks, and humor. Celebrate Niklaustag and the end of the semester and join the students of German 490 as they share results from their...
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Baginski offers lecture
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Faculty Development Funds
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CougarAlert System Info
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Hindi Web site now online
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Application deadline extended
18 Apr 2007 | 0 Comments

About the School

The language program at the college is one of the most comprehensive in the southeastern U.S., with in-depth majors in classical and modern languages, overseas study programs, specialized programs for future language professionals, and offerings in several less commonly taught languages. The School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs includes four language departments: Classics; French and Francophone Studies; German and Slavic Studies; Hispanic Studies; plus a myriad of interdisciplinary programs and area studies.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs is to develop students into enlightened, responsible, engaged world citizens through a multidisciplinary curriculum and enriched extra-curriculum.

Contact the Dean

Dr. David Cohen, Dean
Phone: (843) 953-5770
E-mail: tharpm@cofc.edu

Mailing Address

School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs
66 George Street
Charleston, SC 29424

Events & Activities

Keep an eye on this space as it develops and incorporates all of the departmental sites under the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs.