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 Dean during 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 phase...
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25 Sep 2006

Study Abroad Fair

The Study Abroad Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, February 24 (10:00-3:00) at the Physician Auditorium Promenade. Students will be able to meet and discuss the study abroad options with the program directors at the fair. However, if they need immediate...
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World Cultures Day

Mark you calendars for LCWA's World Cultures Day celebration on March 18. Events include a costume parade, video bistro, international food and dancers from around the world. Join us!...
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LCWA Award Ceremony

Look for news on our upcoming Awards Ceremony! We'll post the details here as we get closer to the date....
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8 Jan 2009

Previous Events

Grant Opportunities
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Pearson World Languages Day
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Lectura Dantis
21 Oct 2008 | 0 Comments
Tres Vidas
16 Oct 2008 | 0 Comments
Summer Study Abroad Fair
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About the School

Draft Report on the Future of the School

School Organizational Chart

Faculty and Staff Contact Info

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: cohend@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.