Dr. Eliani Basile
- Professor
Welcome to the Department of Modern Languages in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences.
What We Do
Our programs will immerse you in an in-depth study of languages and culture. A degree in languages creates a wide range of career opportunities, especially in multicultural and international settings.
Contact Information
- 401-456-8029
- Gaige Hall 220, 431 Library Rd, No. Providence, RI 02911
Program Requirements
| Major/Minor/Program | Requirements | Program Level |
|---|---|---|
| Modern Languages Bachelor of Arts | Modern Languages BA Requirements, with Spanish Concentration (Enrollment in the following concentrations is currently suspended: Francophone Studies, French, Latin American Studies, and Portuguese.) | Undergraduate |
| Francophone Studies Minor | Francophone Studies Minor Requirements | Undergraduate |
| French Minor | French Minor Requirements | Undergraduate |
| Italian Minor | Italian Minor Requirements | Undergraduate |
| Latin American Studies Minor | Latin American Studies Minor Requirements | Undergraduate |
| Portuguese Minor | Portuguese Minor Requirements | Undergraduate |
| Spanish Minor | Spanish Minor Requirements | Undergraduate |
Course Descriptions
Modern Languages Course Descriptions, French Course Descriptions, Italian Course Descriptions, Latin American Studies Course Descriptions, Portuguese Course Descriptions, Spanish Course Descriptions
How We Market Modern Languages
See how we speak to prospective students about the Modern Languages BA
Related Programs
The Department of Educational Studies offers programs related to teaching languages:
- World Languages Education BA, with French, Portuguese, and Spanish concentrations
- World Languages MAT, with French, Portuguese, and Spanish concentrations
Our Faculty
You can also get to know our adjunct faculty.
Events
Theatre Night with Modern Languages Students at Teatro Ecas
Related Events
Join us for Portuguese conversation circles for RIC students, faculty and staff.
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Join us for Spanish conversation circles for RIC students, faculty and staff.
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Join us for Portuguese conversation circles for RIC students, faculty and staff.
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- place Gaige Hall Lounge Area
Join us for Spanish conversation circles for RIC students, faculty and staff.
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- place Adams Library (Reinhardt Room)
Join us for Portuguese conversation circles for RIC students, faculty and staff.
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- access_time -
- place Gaige Hall Lounge Area
Join us for Spanish conversation circles for RIC students, faculty and staff.
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- place Adams Library (Reinhardt Room)
Featured News & Stories
RIC employees are lining up to learn the language of their community.
“Being able to work with kids who are going through the same trials that I experienced as an immigrant in this country…that’s what excites me.”