WSU Department of World Languages & Cultures

Our students say it best: studying languages at WSU Department of World Languages & Cultures is more than learning words. It’s about building confidence, cultural understanding, and lasting connections with supportive faculty and peers. Read about the experiences of our Spring 2026 Outstanding Graduates here:

Outstanding Graduates The Spanish Translation program at Weber State is truly wonderful. It was my dream to study translation, and I could not have imagined doing it in a better place. You can tell the professors truly want you to succeed and care about both your academic and personal life. These last few years have not....

Two of our students of Chinese, Ethan Ashby and Noah Hadley, competed in the SLC Preliminary Competition of the "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Students, in the higher education category. Zhang Nan, visiting scholar of Chinese in our department, served as one of the judges. Ethan, who is also one of our Chinese tutors, earned a well-deserved Third Place. Both Ethan and Noah plan to return to the competition next year. Congratulations, Ethan, and well done to both of you! 恭喜!

Congratulations to Kaori Takimura on receiving the 2026 H. Aldous Dixon Award at Weber State University. In addition to her role in the Department of English & Literature, Kaori is adjunct instructor of Japanese in the Department of World Languages & Cultures. We are thrilled by this well-deserved recognition. おめでとう!

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WLC Open House today from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, Student Lounge at Elizabeth Hall (2nd Floor)!

2026 Spanish Spelling Bee and Role Play Contest starting in a few minutes at the Wildcat Theater!

Last week Spanish DLI Bridge students from Davis and Weber School Districts visited the WSU campus and our classes!

Last week Dr. Dori Huang was recognized for her years of service in the Utah Foreign Language Association Board as the representative for the Utah Chinese Teachers Association. Congratulations, Dori! Very well deserved.

Mark your calendars!

New program launching Fall Semester 2026! Contact us for more information.

Join us on Wednesday, February 25th to listen to Carlos Maciá, Hurst Artist-in-Residence!