The Whitworth multi-lingual learner minor, which includes the English language learner (ELL) endorsement, prepares you to help linguistically and culturally diverse students succeed in the classroom. In this program, you'll complete field placements in linguistically diverse classrooms, participate in expert instruction and gain skills that enrich students' education across the board.

Why minor in multi-lingual learner at Whitworth?

• Put your learning into practice with field placements and other opportunities to visit linguistically diverse classrooms.
• Develop intercultural competency. Multi-lingual learner students work with students of diverse cultural backgrounds, including refugee and immigrant students, and even visit international classrooms.
• Connect your faith or worldview with your learning. Courses in the multi-lingual learner program emphasize diversity as a foundational Christian value. Teachers are also encouraged to explore the richness and diversity of their students' faiths in the classroom.
• Benefit from one-on-one advising with the MLL program director.
• Work alongside your professors. Students are often invited by adjunct professors in the field to work with them in their classrooms.
• Become who you're meant to be.