Languages, Literatures and International Studies
As a welcoming community of international scholars, we provide a crucial component of NMU's undergraduate curriculum. Our courses and programs challenge students to cultivate global competencies in languages, literatures and cultures. The knowledge and skills students gain with us prepare them for a variety of professions, and are complementary and invaluable to fields and careers students pursue across campus and around the world.
Programs Offered
What you'll do in the LLIS department
Harness technology to see, hear, and create multimedia in our Language Resource Center or on your NMU-issued notebook computer. Immerse yourself in novels, newspapers, and magazines from around the world in our library. Join a language club to cook, dance, and converse together. Study art, language, and culture all over the world. Compete on campus during Spanish Day. Choose another country to intern as an English teacher. The opportunities for involvement and growth are as unlimited as your adventurous spirit!
Online Language Placement Test
Do you have previous language experience? Click here to take our free online placement test! This will help you determine the ideal French, German, or Spanish course based on your language skills.
Northern students love to explore: Learn a new language! We also offer introductory classes in American Sign Language, Chinese, and Russian. Many of our language courses also count towards General Education requirements.
Visit our language tutors!
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, we're offering virtual Zoom tutoring and in-person tutoring in the Language Resource Center located at 203A Harden Hall. For the Winter 2026 semester, we're offering tutoring in ASL, Chinese, French, German, and Spanish.
Click the Language Resource Center button below for the Winter 2026 tutoring schedule, and helpful tutoring FAQs.