Foreign Languages at CSU

06/13/2026

Professor Leon got a shout-out for his interpreting assignment at the Argentina v Iceland game from Auburn university’s department of Lit and Culture! 👏 👏 👏

When Argentina and Iceland took the field at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Eduardo León (2x AU WLLC Alum!) was working behind the scenes to help make the event truly global. 🌎⚽

As a freelance Spanish interpreter for Auburn Athletics, Eduardo supported fans, staff, and international media during the Argentina vs. Iceland match. He helped people navigate the stadium, answer questions, and communicate across languages in real time.

Now a Senior Lecturer of Spanish and Coordinator for the Translation & Interpreting Certificate at Columbus State University, Eduardo credits his Auburn experience with helping build the adaptability, cultural awareness, and problem-solving skills required in fast-paced environments like this one.

From translation and business Spanish courses to linguistics, literature, and theater, his studies came together in real-world language work, an example of how valuable these skills can be!

✨ “Language skills can open doors in many different professions and industries…being bilingual can create opportunities that might not otherwise be available.”

Interested in putting your language skills into action? Auburn’s Translation & Interpreting Certificate prepares students for careers in fields like business, healthcare, media, and international sports!

Explore the Translation & Interpreting Certificate: aub.ie/WLLCCerts

05/03/2026

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s latest Labor Market Outcomes report ranks foreign language majors among the top five degrees for employment in the U.S.
Only Education and Agriculture fields rank higher. Foreign language majors show an unemployment rate of just 1.6%. Add a foreign language to your curriculum and become more marketable!

04/23/2026

Happy Spanish Language Day. Spanish connects you to the world, culture, careers, and real conversations.

“El que lee mucho y anda mucho, ve mucho y sabe mucho.” — Miguel de Cervantes

Start speaking. Start exploring.

03/22/2026

We recently observed French Language Day (March 20), celebrating the global reach and cultural impact of the French language. At , students can begin exploring French and its worldwide relevance by enrolling in French I and French II, building skills in language, culture, and communication.

03/18/2026

New CSU website just dropped and our Minor + Translation Certificate pages are live 🙌
Take a look and see how you can turn language skills into real world opportunities: Columbus State University

03/04/2026

Languages open doors to new cultures, perspectives, and opportunities around the world. This week we celebrate the power of communication and global connection.

To have another language is to possess a second soul.”
— Charlemagne

02/28/2026

🌎 Want to stand out?

Add a Minor in Spanish and boost your marketability in ANY field.

Level up with our Translation & Interpreting Certificate and turn bilingual skills into real-world career experience.

Upper-level students: join Sigma Delta Pi and get recognized for excellence in Spanish.

Plus… study abroad in Southern Spain 🌞 Full immersion. Real culture. Real growth.

Your major + language skills = competitive edge.

02/26/2026

Tonight, we proudly welcomed 5 outstanding students into Sigma Delta Pi (national) the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society, through our chapter.

Sigma Delta Pi recognizes excellence in the study of Spanish language, Hispanic literature, and the diverse cultures of the Spanish speaking world. The society promotes scholarship, leadership, and service while fostering a deep appreciation for cultural understanding and global engagement.

We celebrate not only academic achievement, but also the dedication, perseverance, and passion these inductees bring to our community.

¡Felicidades muchachos! 🕯️ 🕯️ 🕯️

02/05/2026

Get ready for Span 2002!

02/02/2026

Litza Vazquez Hendrix, a senior BA in Modern Language and Culture- Spanish with Teacher Certification track in the Department of Society, Culture, and Languages, was awarded the Professional Association of Georgia Educators’ (PAGE) Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) award on Thursday, January 29, 2026 (https://www.pageinc.org/star). The STAR award is given to Georgia’s highest-achieving high school seniors and the teacher who was most instrumental in their academic development. Mrs. Vazquez Hendrix holds a provisional certification and currently teaches Spanish at Long County High School. She is in her last semester of classes and will complete her Internship and graduation in Fall 2026. We are proud of Mrs. Hendrix and the outstanding work and contributions that she is already making toward student success in her Georgia school district.