“To prosper economically and to improve relations with other countries, Americans need to read, speak, and understand other languages. It’s absolutely essential for the citizens of the United States to become fluent in other languages, and schools, colleges, and universities must include producing bilingual students as a central part of their mission.”

– former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan

Language learning is essential for students in every academic field. It expands their perspectives and helps build meaningful connections with communities at home and globally. Developing new language skills not only improves career readiness but also opens a variety of diverse opportunities. By embracing the challenge of learning a new language, students are empowered to succeed in our interconnected world. 

There are countless reasons to study a world language! At UWM, we offer several languages alongside English, ensuring there’s something just right for you! 

UWM Land Acknowledgement: We acknowledge in Milwaukee that we are on traditional Potawatomi, Ho-Chunk and Menominee homeland along the southwest shores of Michigami, North America’s largest system of freshwater lakes, where the Milwaukee, Menominee and Kinnickinnic rivers meet and the people of Wisconsin’s sovereign Anishinaabe, Ho-Chunk, Menominee, Oneida and Mohican nations remain present.   |   To learn more, visit the Electa Quinney Institute website.