Through courses in the German?language, literature, history, culture, and civilization students are introduced to the language, German-speaking societies, and multiple facets of the German?world.?German?students are required to study abroad, to fully immerse themselves into their language studies.?Baker makes studying abroad easy, allowing most Baker financial awards and scholarships to be applied directly to study abroad for one full semester.?Recognizing that practice is essential in acquiring fluency in a world language, students at all levels are invited to gather at Stammtisch?in the university dining hall every week to eat and speak German. For those without meal plans, lunch is provided by the Department of Humanities.