Department of Languages and Cultures Testimonials

As one of the youngest and most “Americanized” in my family, I chose to pursue a minor in Spanish to – properly and fluently – speak, read, and write Spanish and reconnect with my culture through literature. The Department of Languages and Culture allowed me to do more than that! The courses offered were diverse, digestible, and intriguing.

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What Does Hispanic Heritage Month Mean to You?

While Hispanic Heritage Month has come to an end, that does not mean that we stop celebrating Hispanic Heritage. In today’s article, Juan Felipe Valencia ’26, a Columbian international student majoring in Business Management at Albertus Magnus College, discusses his Colombian heritage and what Hispanic Heritage Month means to him.

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Indigenous Peoples’ Day

In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we wish to go beyond stating that we occupy Native lands, but rather acknowledge the Quinnipiacs and how they lived. The Quinnipiac Tribe is one with a rich history and a strong culture. Evidence suggests that the Quinnipiacs lived in the New Haven area centuries before any contact with European settlers.

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From Social Worker to Entrepreneur: How Shawniel Chamanlal started a Wellness Center

Introduction While Black Business Month has come to a close, that doesn’t mean that we stop celebrating Black entrepreneurs and all of their accomplishments. This week, we highlight Shawniel Chamanlal, an entrepreneur who recently attended a Business Panel at Albertus Magnus College in collaboration with our Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Shawniel is a Licensed

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Albertus Traditions: Founders’ Day

As a college student, it is important to know the traditions and history of your school. At Albertus Magnus College, one of our most sacred traditions is Founders’ Day. This day celebrates the founding values of the College and is a great way to connect modern-day students to the school’s roots.

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