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Language House Program

The Language House, in Boldt Hall on West Campus, is Cornell’s language-learning residence. Part of the Alice Cook House community, this unique living-learning program is for students who want to become comfortably fluent in Arabic, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Weekly dinners and programs hosted by live-in Native Speakers provide many opportunities to practice the target language and learn about the country’s culture before, after, or in lieu of study abroad experience. Regular inter-section and house-wide programs create a close-knit, communal atmosphere for learning, fun, and lasting friendships.

Upcoming Events

Come visit the Language House Calendar!

We are accepting applications for residency and Native Speaker positions NOW. Send yours in today!

Resident Life

Have a look at the Live the Languages Blog for a peek into life at Boldt!

Other highlights of Language House living:

Spotlight

"I have explored and risen to the challenge of facilitating smooth, humane interactions that transcend the norms of culture and language." - Arabic House Native Speaker 2007-08. Read full story

Cornell students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a foreign language without ever having to leave Ithaca. Read full story
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