About the Tennessee Language Center

The Tennessee Language Center (TLC) is an agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service.  TLC focuses on language learning, teaching, and services for the public sector, the business community, and private citizens with a mission of facilitating the intercultural communication goals of Tennesseans and others around the globe.

Our Mission:

The Tennessee Language Center strives to facilitate intercultural communication by providing quality language instruction; translation and interpretation services; professional development for interpreters, translators, and language instructors; and cultural awareness programs for Tennesseans and the public.

Our Vision:

A world community enriched by linguistic and cultural diversity, unhindered in its efforts to create meaningful dialogues.

The Tennessee Language Center’s Values:

• Service – Giving back to the community, staying mission-focused, making a difference.
• Passion – Enthusiastically dedicated to accomplishing our goals.
• Equity – Treating others fairly, respecting their diversity, with empathy.
• Accountability – We own our jobs and perform them to high standards.
• Knowledge – Learning is a lifelong journey that does not end with formal education.