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World language opportunities
When you study a language at Calvin, you unlock a wealth of opportunities and experiences. Explore just some of the ways you'll step beyond the classroom at Calvin.
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Community activities
Plug into community activities like language-specific chapel services, festivals, and other enriching experiences.
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Conversation groups
Hone your conversation skills in a friendly environment by joining one of Calvin's many language conversation groups.
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Study Abroad
Immerse yourself in a language and culture by participating in one of Calvin's incredible off-campus programs.
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Study Asian languages at Calvin
In addition to degrees in French, Spanish, German Studies, and Netherlandic Studies, Calvin offers language courses in Chinese and Korean.
Upcoming Events
Nov
20
Thu, Nov 20, 2025
4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center Art Gallery, CFAC
Free
Abraham Ceballos-Zapata
Assistant professor, Spanish | Director of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
(616) 526-7717
Herman De Vries
Professor, Dutch and German | Frederik Meijer Chair in Dutch Language and Culture
526-6804
Donna Kamerman-Houskamp
Adjunct professor, German
Yaqueline Moeller
Adjunct professor, Spanish
Emily O’Brock
Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow French
Sandra Raak
Lecturer, Spanish
Otto H. Selles
Professor, French | Department chair, World Languages | Department Co-Chair, Visual and Performing Arts
526-6805
Cynthia Slagter
Off-Campus Programs Director, Spanish Professor
Susan Stoneman
Adjunct instructor, Spanish
Becky Toly
Adjunct instructor, Spanish | Director of Spanish Immersion
Kelly Wooters
Adjunct professor, German
Yue Zhuo
Adjunct Instructor, Chinese