Engage the world — past and present — through the power of words. From Greek to Spanish, Ancient & Modern Languages offers the tools you need.
Learning a language like Latin, Greek, or Hebrew is challenging yet rewarding as you encounter deeper meaning and learn texts like the Bible in their original language. If you choose to pursue Classical Languages or Latin concentrations, you will have the opportunity to engage with some of the great minds who shaped our heritage.
Language study introduces you to new realms of ideas, customs, habits and values and opens up worldviews best explored in native languages. Our commitment to the benefits of learning a foreign language is so strong that foreign language study forms part of our core curriculum and we offer a wide variety of study abroad programs around the world.
Language majors often pursue diverse careers in business, media, education, and beyond, with opportunities to study multiple languages during your time at Asbury.
"I’ve been fascinated by linguistics since I was old enough to speak, and studying Ancient Languages has not only fueled that passion, but given me an incredible foundation into the world of linguistics. The ancient languages are quite literally road maps into every other language and are gold mines of history. I have studied in depth over 41 languages at this point, and I don’t think I’ll ever stop – this is absolutely what I love."
Students in the Ancient and Modern Languages department can dive into topics like Greek, Hebrew, Latina and many others. They also have the opportunity to earn cross-cultural engagement credit through cooperative programs all around the world, like: :