Mission Statement

The Language Learning Center (LLC) is dedicated to supporting students, faculty, and the Hampton Roads community in the study of world languages and cultures. Through the use of technology-enhanced methods and materials, the LLC has been a cornerstone of the World Languages and Cultures Department in the College of Arts and Letters since 1992. 
 
Welcoming thousands of visitors annually, the LLC is committed to excellence in instructional technology for world language learning and quality instruction. Our mission is to lead in the project development, integration, evaluation, and management of cutting-edge instructional technology, grounded in pedagogically sound research and aligned with the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and the guidelines set by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).
 

Language Chat Hours

Chat hours will resume this fall.

  • Arabic
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Spanish

Resources & Tutoring

The LLC offers resources to enhance students' world language preparation and appreciation of cultures. We are available to help you with any of our services.

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Student Resources

Resource Solutions

Innovative approaches to learning and teaching.

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Assessments

Survey and testing for world languages. 

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LLC Chat

LLChat

LLChat is the Language Learning Center’s Podcast on issues related to world languages and cultures from the perspective of students, faculty, and community members. We come to you from the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Old Dominion University.

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Language Learning Center

3061 Batten Arts & Letters
Norfolk , VA , 23510
757-683-3364 office
757-683-5659 fax
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M-Tue 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
W-T 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
F 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sat-Sun Closed
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Student Spotlight

Ibrahima Wann and Dr. Elizabeth Black at Commencement.

My name is Ibrahima Wann. I am from Conakry, Guinea, and I recently graduated from Old Dominion University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and a minor in Data Science. I have worked in the Language Learning Center since April 2023 and will begin my master's degree in Data Engineering in fall 2026.

Photo with Dr. Elizabeth Black, Chair of World Languages & Cultures

Mana Roberts standing in front of Old Dominion University in commencement gown.

I completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. I was an international business major and Japanese minor. My goal is to work for an international Japanese company focusing on logistics and supply chain management. My favorite undergraduate experience was my time abroad in Japan during the fall of 2024. I enjoyed tutoring for multiple semesters and supporting the World Languages and Cultures Department, both the professors and students. I hope students continue to learn languages and engage in different cultures even after completing their classes.

Ibrahima Wann and Dr. Elizabeth Black at Commencement.

My name is Ibrahima Wann. I am from Conakry, Guinea, and I recently graduated from Old Dominion University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and a minor in Data Science. I have worked in the Language Learning Center since April 2023 and will begin my master's degree in Data Engineering in fall 2026.

Photo with Dr. Elizabeth Black, Chair of World Languages & Cultures

Mana Roberts standing in front of Old Dominion University in commencement gown.

I completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. I was an international business major and Japanese minor. My goal is to work for an international Japanese company focusing on logistics and supply chain management. My favorite undergraduate experience was my time abroad in Japan during the fall of 2024. I enjoyed tutoring for multiple semesters and supporting the World Languages and Cultures Department, both the professors and students. I hope students continue to learn languages and engage in different cultures even after completing their classes.

News & Announcements

Betty Rose Facer and Denis Uebiyev

Interview with Betty Rose Facer and Denis Uebiyev: VR, Language Advocacy, and the Scenic Route ▶

Language Learning Center Student Assistant, Judah Joshua was recognized at the annual Honor Society Induction Ceremony hosted by the Department of World Languages and Cultures on Friday, April 19, 2024. The National German Honor Society, Delta Phi Alpha, "seeks to recognize excellence in the study of German and to provide an incentive for higher scholarship. The Society aims to promote the study of German language, literature, and civilization and endeavors to emphasize those aspects of German life and culture which are of universal value and which contribute to humanity's eternal search for peace and truth". We congratulate Judah on this prestigious award and accomplishment.

 

Student Assistant Position

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