However, I have been able to use my Arabic while traveling and have made meaningful connections because of the ability to communicate through language. I have not been able to use my Arabic outside of the classroom while studying at AU. I would not have been able to apply for this scholarship and succeed while participating without the support of my Arabic professors, who supported my application, prepared me for the program, and who continue to challenge my skills in the classroom. I was awarded the scholarship and studied Arabic in Meknes, Morocco. Although studying Arabic is still extremely challenging, I feel as though I have the support and resources I need to continue to develop my skills.įollowing my first year of Arabic study, I applied for the Critical Language Scholarship. Once I arrived at AU, the professors in the Arabic Program and the coaches at CLEAR were incredibly supportive and extremely patient. They are there not only as a teacher but as a mentor and guide towards learning and appreciating the language.īefore attending my first Arabic class, I was extremely intimidated by the Arabic language as it has a reputation of being an extremely difficult language to learn.
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The Arabic professors are the best aspect of the program in my opinion.
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What sets the Arabic program apart from other language programs at American University are the professors’ dedication towards the students. In the fall, I will be attending NYU Law where I will be able to use my existing knowledge of Arabic to gain experience in international law.Īre there any other things about your study of Arabic that you would like to add? American University set the foundation for me to pursue a career in an international legal realm that requires a knowledge of a region’s language. Without my prior exposure to the language, I would not have been able to partake in this unique opportunity.ĭo you plan to continue to develop and apply your Arabic skills following the completion of your undergraduate studies at AU? If so, in what ways might you use Arabic in the future?Īs a graduate of American University, I am pursuing a law degree while taking additional Arabic classes to further my language skills. When I studied abroad in Greece through AU, Arabic allowed me to participate in an internship program that helped Syrian refugees in Greece. It has helped me win various awards such as the Public Policy and International Affairs Junior Summer Institute.Īre there any other ways that you have been able to apply your Arabic skills outside of the classroom while studying at AU? Through Arabic, my dedication to learning the language helped demonstrate my dedication and appreciation for the various scholarships I applied to. Gaining an understanding of the Arabic language has allowed me to apply for a variety of scholarships ranging from a Boren to the Fulbright. Has your study of Arabic enabled you to apply for any scholarships or merit awards? The depth and beauty of the language only became more apparent the longer I continued my study of Arabic. The language became more challenging to learn as I continued by studies, but the professors really nurtured a continued interest and desire to study the language. However, the professors at American University created a study environment that not only made the language attainable but enjoyable to learn. When I entered the Arabic program, I was intimidated by a language that seemed so incredibly different from others. What were your initial impressions of Arabic study and have they changed as you have continued with your studies? BS Business, Language & Culture Studies.While the primary focus in our courses is on Modern Standard Arabic, we integrate colloquial Arabic (Levantine or Egyptian dialect) into our language instruction at the skill level courses, in order to help our students develop a broader range of conversational skills. Arabic communication between instructor and students is a regular feature in our classes.
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We achieve our goals through activities introducing the students to culturally authentic materials and by using a variety of resources, tools, and technologies. At the same time, since language reflects culture, we work with our students toward a higher degree of cultural proficiency.
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Our mission is to help students attain proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking the Arabic language. The Arabic Program offers skill level courses, ranging from the elementary to the advanced levels, and topics courses introducing the students to key themes, texts, and figures of the modern and premodern Arab world.