Languages & Cultural Studies
The School of Professional & Continuing Studies offers classes and programs focused on the study of languages and cultures. Our classes and programs cover American and non-American languages, histories, politics, society and cultures.
We offer classes in the following categories within Languages and Cultural Studies. Not all categories are offered every semester.
- Languages: American Sign Language (ASL), English (for English language learners), French, Italian, Spanish
- History: Richmond history and cultural heritage
- Cultural Enrichment: Weekend classes designed especially for international au pairs
Speciality Program
The UR Au Pair program helps international au pairs fulfill their required annual educational credits while immersing themselves in the rich cultural traditions of Richmond, Virginia.
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Courses
American Sign Language for Beginners Part 2

This course contains no sessions
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English Fundamentals: Exploring U.S. Celebrations and Culture

Every week on Wednesday, starting on 02/17/21 and ending on 03/17/21, Synchronous Online
Spanish Level I

Every week on Monday, starting on 03/15/21 and ending on 04/05/21, Synchronous Online
Cultural Perspectives (1 au pair credit)

Available 01/04/2021-05/28/2021, online course offers 1 au pair credit. Students have 3 weeks to complete the course.
Cultural Perspectives (3 au pair credits)

Available 01/04/2021-05/28/2021, online course offers 3 au pair credits. Students have 3 weeks to complete the course.
How to Be a Time-Traveler

This course contains no sessions
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The African-American Experience in Virginia

Every week on Monday, starting on 04/05/21 and ending on 04/19/21, Synchronous Online
The Whiskey Rebellion

Every week on Tuesday, starting on 04/20/21 and ending on 04/27/21, Synchronous Online
Shakespeare for the Cautious

This course contains no sessions
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