Modern Languages, Literatures & Cultures
The Department of Modern Languages, Literatures & Cultures is committed to leading students to intercultural competence by developing a deep understanding and appreciation for language, culture, and literature.
In this way, we prepare students to work collaboratively in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. And since studying another language — its culture, arts, history, and people — is an essential part of a liberal arts education, we also help students develop their powers of intellect and imagination. The Department offers instruction in five languages:
MLLC Statement on Equity
The Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Gustavus Adolphus Colleges publicly expresses its commitment to combat those systemic inequalities and to support those at a higher risk of being exposed to such precarities.
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Language requirement information
MLLC, along with other departments engaged in language instruction provide opportunities for students to complete their language requirement. Students, please, click on the link below to navigate how to complete the language requirement depending on your situation, background, and language of choice.
How can I complete my language requirement
Spring 2022 Academic Assistant Introduction- Rachel K. Erickson
6 months ago, by Rachel Erickson¡Hola Todxs! My name is Rachel Erickson and I am a Senior majoring in Financial Economics and Spanish with a minor in LALACS. I have the honor to be the Academic Assistant for the Spanish section in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures this Spring semester 2022. In addition to this role, I […]
Lecture and Q&A with Professor Michael Minta
10 months ago, by Jasper Johnson
Several weeks ago, Gustavus had the honor of hosting Professor Michael Minta from the Political Science Department of the University of Minnesota! Dr. Minta, who is one of the nation’s leading experts in the study of political representation of African American, Latino, and women interests in the United States, gave a lecture and Q&A about […]
Fall 2021 Academic Assistant Introduction – Jasper Johnson
Last year, by Jasper Johnson¡Hola! My name is Jasper Johnson and I’m currently a Senior majoring in Spanish and Computer Science. For the Fall 2021 semester, I have the enormous honor of being the Academic Assistant for the Spanish section in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Besides this, I’m also a Spanish tutor, a member of […]
| Name | Title | Phone | Web |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Isabel Kalbermatten | Associate Professor | 507-933-7386 | web |
| Jenny Tollefson | Administrative Assistant | 507-933-7391 | |
| Ana Adams | Associate Professor | 507-933-6079 | web |
| Severine Bates | Assistant Professor | 507-933-7391 | |
| Angelique Dwyer | Associate Professor | 507-933-7419 | web |
| Emma Jasnoch | Visiting Assistant Professor | ||
| Paschal Kyoore | Professor of French | 507-933-6078 | web |
| Sharon Marquart | Associate Professor | 507-933-7388 | |
| Carlos Mejia Suarez | Associate Professor | 507-933-7385 | |
| Annalise Rivas | Visiting Assistant Professor | 507-933-7389 | |
| Toshiyuki Sakuragi | Professor | 507-933-7384 | web |
| Lianying Shan | Associate Professor | 507-933-7381 | |
| Darío Sánchez-González | Associate Professor | 507-933-7387 | |
| Bastian Treptau | Visiting Instructor | 507-933-7390 |