The goal of the 全球语言学系 is to provide students with a solid foundation in other languages and cultures in order to make them active members of a global society.  通过世界语言学习, students will develop sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic heritage of other groups and cultures and to their influence. The purpose is to prepare students to participate in a society characterized by linguistic and cultural diversity.

Students completing courses in the Global Languages Program will gradually achieve course appropriate outcomes in the four language skill areas: speaking, 听, 阅读和写作.  Upper level courses will also stress critical thinking, writing competence and critical appreciation of a language and culture.