Foreign Languages Department
Through course work offered by the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, undergraduate students gain knowledge of a foreign language and its literature. Students acquire language competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students also gain a greater appreciation of other cultures as well as their own – and become more informed and productive world citizens.
Contact Information
Veronique Machelidon
Associate Professor of Foreign Languages and Literatures; Department Head
109 Martin Hall
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(919) 760-8420
Studying abroad is a great way to hone your language skills, increase your independence and self-confidence, and experience another culture in-depth. Read More »
Pi Delta Phi – French Honor Society
Recognizes outstanding scholarship in French and increases knowledge of the contribution of French speakers to world culture.
Sigma Delta Pi – Spanish Honor Society
Honors those who attain excellence in the study of the Spanish language
Lanterns, Tai Chi, and Music: Meredith Hosts Lunar New Year Celebration »
Pitts Published in 2018 Volume of Reading Medieval Studies »
Foreign Languages and Literatures Faculty Recognized at Annual Awards Celebration »
Veronique Machelidon Publishes Collection of Critical Essays »
Arts & Humanities Common Academic Experience Panel: Marie Antoinette and Social Inequality »
DFLLTA Travel Awards
NOTE: Applications due by February 15.
The Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures Travel Award (DFLLTA) is a grant made annually to one or more outstanding foreign language majors/minors at Meredith College.
What makes Don Quixote—a Spanish novel written more than four centuries ago—still relevant today? In this episode of The Meredith Minute, Associate Professor of Foreign Languages and Literatures Jonathan Wade explains the lasting power of this classic work of literature.
Why Don Quixote Still Matters
What makes Don Quixote—a Spanish novel written more than four centuries ago—still relevant today? In this episode of The Meredith Minute, Associate Professor of Foreign Languages and Literatures Jonathan Wade explains the lasting power of this classic work of literature.
Le Cercle Français – French Club
Students who are interested in learning more about the cultures, languages, and peoples of French-speaking countries.
La Tertulia – Spanish Club
Students interested in the languages and cultures of Spain and Latin America. Its purpose is to promote interest in the diversity of cultural and artistic representation of the Spanish-speaking world.
La Società Italiana – Italian Club
Promotes the study of the Italian language and culture for all Meredith students and faculty.
With a lifelong dream of being a teacher and a heartfelt passion for the Hispanic community, Rachael Martin, ’18, utilized Meredith’s location and education program to shape her college experience.
With drive and persistence Andressia Ramirez, ’19, has used her time at Meredith College to build experiences that will lead to her dream career as an immigration lawyer.
Marissa Hurtado, ’17, found a way to merge two passions: learning French and exploring her interests in the fashion industry.
