Language Resource Center - Cornell University

Extraordinary Journeys
Stories about how language, culture, and education abroad made a difference in the lives of some of our Arts & Sciences graduates!

While studying Linguistics at Cornell, Zelazzie learned methods of documenting and teaching endangered languages, and found a deeper understanding of global Indigenous language policies. Zelazzie's senior thesis for the Humanities Scholars Program, focusing on early language grammars written by Jesuit priests and their impact on Indigenous communities in the Sonoran desert, led to a broader understanding of personal family history.

Read more about Zelazzie's journey at https://as.cornell.edu/news/i-am-deeply-proud-where-i-came

Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences

Extraordinary Journeys
Stories about how language, culture, and education abroad made a difference in the lives of some of our Arts & Sciences graduates!

By pursuing a Spanish major at Cornell, Hannah deepened her connection to her Mexican-American heritage and gained the confidence to embrace a language that once felt out of reach. Through intensive writing courses, graduate-level seminars and studies in Mexican history and politics, she strengthened both her bilingual and biliterate skills, ultimately leaving Cornell fluent and able to connect with her family on a deeper level.

Read more about Hannah's journey at https://as.cornell.edu/news/i-made-commitment-exploring-my-heritage

Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences
Romance Studies at Cornell

LOOK OUT! This week is your last chance to catch these conversation hours on our summer schedule!

Extraordinary Journeys
Stories about how language, culture, and education abroad made a difference in the lives of some of our Arts & Sciences graduates!

When the world felt divided, Arina, the LRC's conversation hour facilitator, created a space for connection. Through Russian conversation hours, Arina turned language into a bridge: building community, encouraging open dialogue, and fostering a sense of belonging during a deeply difficult moment. What began as an empty room became a welcoming space centered on culture, conversation, and shared humanity.

Read more about Arina’s journey at https://as.cornell.edu/news/language-and-culture-can-serve-bridge-not-barrier

Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences
Russian Language Program, Cornell University

Still looking for a language to study this fall? 🌍

We've added Catalan and Old Irish to Cornell's language offerings through the Shared Course Initiative! With nearly 60 languages available, there's never been a better time to explore a new language and culture.

See what's available and find your next language: lrc.cornell.edu/languages



Romance Studies at Cornell
Language Resource Center of Columbia University
Yale Center for Language Study

Extraordinary Journeys
Stories about how language, culture, and education abroad made a difference in the lives of some of our Arts & Sciences graduates!

Even as a pre-med student, Elizabeth wanted to continue exploring Italian language study alongside the sciences. Cornell's interdisciplinary spirit gave Elizabeth the opportunity to combine both interests, showing how language learning can enrich every academic path.

Read more about Elizabeth's journey at https://as.cornell.edu/news/academic-diversity-encouraged-and-celebrated

Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences
Romance Studies at Cornell

New conversation hours start this week! For the full summer schedule, visit https://lrc.cornell.edu/conversation-hours

English Language Support Office

Extraordinary Journeys
Stories about how language, culture, and education abroad made a difference in the lives of some of our Arts & Sciences graduates!

For Sadaqat, studying Arabic became about much more than learning a language. It was also an opportunity to engage with culture in a meaningful and enjoyable way. Through coursework, Sadaqat discovered how language learning can create deeper cultural understanding and connection.

Read more about Sadaqat's journey at https://as.cornell.edu/news/my-year-abroad-was-transformative

Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences
Near Eastern Studies - Cornell University

Today we celebrate World Kiswahili Language Day! 🌍

Spoken by millions across Africa and increasingly around the world, Kiswahili serves as a bridge across cultures and communities. In 2021, UNESCO proclaimed July 7 as World Kiswahili Language Day, recognizing the language's contributions to peace, unity, sustainable development, and cultural diversity. Kiswahili was later adopted as the seventh official language of UNESCO's General Conference.

Enroll in Swahili at Cornell this fall!

Africana Studies and Research Center at Cornell University