Humanities and Social Sciences

Aug 11, 2020

Howling Success: Hakima Harris Perseveres Through Non-Traditional NC State Experience

Despite battling breast cancer, Hakima Harris earned her undergraduate degree, completed extensive research on Castilian language, and maintained a high GPA — while juggling responsibilities as a wife and mother.

Oct 8, 2019

Department Alum Awarded

We would like to recognize NC State alumnus Clyde Shafer for being awarded Teacher of the Year in only his second year. Clyde is a graduate of our Foreign Language Teacher Education Program, which consists of intense, hands on training. Students participating in this program pursue a concentration in education along with their degree. Each…

Jun 6, 2018

Student Receives Udall Scholarship for Leadership in Environmental Issues

Meredith Bain is a 2018 recipient of the highly-regarded Udall Scholarship, an award that recognizes undergraduates for their leadership, public service and commitment to issues related to Native American nations or to the environment.

Dec 31, 2020

From STEM to STEAM

A recent project by FLL professor Dudley Marchi: From STEM to STEAM

May 20, 2019

FLL at Undergraduate Research Symposium

Undergraduate Nyawire Nyota presented her poster, "La Luna: Symbolism of the Moon in Spanish Literature," at NC State's Undergraduate Research Symposium.

Apr 29, 2019

Congratulations to our 2019 Award Winners

Congratulations to the 2019 Award Recipients. These students represent the best of Foreign Languages and Literatures. ARABICOutstanding Student in Beginning ArabicPatrick GirardTerry Johnson Outstanding Student in Intermediate ArabicCorena Owens Outstanding Student in Advanced ArabicSamuel McRee Outstanding Graduation Senior ArabicBryan DiverTiba Hikmat CHINESE STUDIESOutstanding Achievement in First Year ChineseJonah DixonMoriah MillerYosuke MizutaniEmily OstermannEmily TsanJohn Watson Outstanding…

Feb 27, 2019

Faculty Spotlight: James McConnell

Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures’ own James McConnell has added another accolade to his list of accomplishments as an educator at NC State. McConnell has been with the department since 2005 and was promoted to senior lecturer in 2013. Prior to joining the Wolfpack, McConnell attended the University of Arizona for undergraduate and…

Feb 5, 2019

Study in Peru!

Unlock a World of Possibilities: Study Abroad in Peru! The benefits of participating in a study abroad program are well documented. For instance, a recent article by The National Jurist summarizes several that apply not only to future lawyers but to any professional with a global outlook. Studying abroad offers students the opportunity to:…

Dec 3, 2018

Hindi-Urdu Cultural Night is back!

The Hindi-Urdu program at the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures is having its annual “Hindi–Urdu Cultural Night” on Friday, December 7 at Titmus theater, Thompson Hall. Students will show their Hindi–Urdu language talent, proficiency skills along with cultural knowledge through various presentations, drama and dance performances. NCSU South Asian student organizations along with community representatives are also invited to present their teams/organizations…

Dec 12, 2019

WolfTales

NC State’s Libraries Special Collections Center is proud to offer a project called Wolf Tales that allows students and staff to share their memories and experiences here at NCSU. Members of the NC State community are invited to sit down in front of the camera and tell their own stories and experiences in English. The…