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Ashley: IT Program Manager Leading with German
From managing complex projects across global teams to honing her negotiation skills, Ashley can attest that language skills are a major asset for those working in international business. Hear more about her experience working and living in Germany.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a French & Philosophy Double Major
Colorado State University undergraduate Camila is dedicated to seeking authentic conversation experiences in her target language. Learn how virtual tutors, an online conversation partner, and studying abroad in Lyon have contributed to her skills!
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Global Health Researcher Learning Arabic
Jack holds degrees in comparative literature and public health. With plans to work as an infectious disease epidemiologist, he's learning Arabic (Jordanian, Moroccan, Modern Standard Arabic), French, Spanish, and Mandarin.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Surgeon Learning Spanish & French
Colorado State University neuroscience major and French minor Nicholas shares his early motivations for learning languages and the surprising opportunities to which his skills have opened doors.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Romance Languages & Literatures Major
Bowdoin College student Ella is learning French and Spanish, with dreams of living in a Francophone country. Learn about her experience with Multilingual Mainers, a partnership with local elementary schools that brings higher-ed language students together with younger learners in the community.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Learner of Samskrit, Kannada & English
California 7th grade student Niharika aspires to a career in ophthalmology. She uses her Samskrit and Kannada skills with family, in doing Indian dance, and when exploring texts. Hear about her approach to overcoming language learning challenges as they arise.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Study Abroad Champion Learning Italian & Spanish
Colorado State University political science and international studies major Taylor is completing minors in Spanish and legal studies. Learn how study and intern abroad experiences in Italy and Spain have had an impact on her language journey!
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a NSLI-Y Alumnus Home from Latvia
Delaware high school senior David has been learning languages formally since middle school. With career aspirations in diplomacy or international business, he was awarded a scholarship to study Russian and live with a host family over the summer! Learn more about his experience.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a High School Student of Hindi
California high school student Veer speaks Hindi and English with his family. In this interview, hear his advice to fellow learners and some reflections on his own language journey.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Music Industry Professional Learning Japanese & ASL
California student Joshua is earning his university degree abroad at Yamanashi Gakuin University International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) in Japan. Hear his advice on the power of immersing yourself in your target language!
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- Student Voices,
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