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    Latin American Studies

    Bucknell's Latin American studies majors delve into the history, culture and economic forces that shape this complex region.

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    Legal Studies

    The legal studies minor requires at least five courses, one course from each of the five categories listed below. No more than three of these courses may be in a single department.

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    Linguistics

    Linguistics majors learn how to analyze language and study it scientifically, design innovative experiments and uncover new patterns in language.

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    Literary Studies

    In Bucknell's literary studies major, students analyze global works of literature, developing empathy and a deeper understanding of diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.

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    Mechanical Engineering

    Bucknell mechanical engineering majors design and build real devices that confront challenges facing society in state-of-the-art research facilities.

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    Minor

    Modern Hebrew and Jewish Studies

    Bucknell Modern Hebrew students learn the language of the state of Israel and can choose from a range of language and culture classes, including film, literature and history.

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    Russian Studies

    Majors in Russian at Bucknell gain a decisive edge for career success in law, journalism, international affairs, business, and public and government services.

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    Spanish

    Bucknell Spanish majors dive deeply into literature, culture and linguistics while gaining proficiency in the world's second-most-spoken language.

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    Minor

    Translation Studies

    Translation studies is an interdisciplinary area within the humanities that incorporates the study of the theory of translation with the practice of translation from one language to another.