Baylor University recognizes the changing demographics of our nation and how those changes will directly affect our University community. Therefore, Baylor is committed to a policy of inclusiveness, understanding and acceptance of all regardless of race or ethnicity. Consistent with the statement, Baylor will challenge and educate all members of the University community through cultural awareness programs and by precept and example. 

The study of foreign language, literature, and culture gives students direct access to different parts of the world and at the same time provides them with novel perspectives from which to view American life.