Welcome to Culture and Language Studies

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Welcome to CLS!

Through courses and programs in East Asian Studies, Studies in Islamic and Arab Cultures, humanities (English Language and Literature, Fine Arts, and Religious Studies), and languages (American Sign Language, Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, etc.), Culture and Language Studies contributes vibrantly to Renison’s vision for “Global Engagement through Languages and Cultures.”

These courses are administratively housed within Renison's School of Social Science and Humanities (RSSSH), along with the Social Development Studies department.

News

At the 22nd Annual “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Language Proficiency Competition for University and College Students for Ontario and Manitoba held on Sunday, May 28th at Seneca College, Toronto, three Renison students demonstrated excellency and placed 1st, 2nd and 3rd. These students have studied Chinese for two years at Renison, starting with CHINA 101R and studying up to CHINA 202R.

Move that Mulch! Help the Green Team in the East-West Garden

Get your hands dirty and help the Renison Green Team make the East-West Garden beautiful by adding much needed mulch. Every Thursday until June 15, or until all the mulch is distributed, all are welcome to help in the garden anytime between 1-2pm. Can't commit for an hour? No problem - any time you can spare is much appreciated!