The Department of Modern Languages and Literature consists of the subject areas of Spanish, French and German. A major, leading to a Bachelor of Arts Degree is offered in French, Spanish and Latin American Studies, and a minor is offered in French, Spanish and Latin American Studies as well. Beginning Courses are offered in German, Portuguese and Chinese. Teacher Certification plans in Spanish and in French are available at both the elementary and/or secondary levels. The Department also offers a graduate program with a major in Spanish leading to the Master of Arts degree.