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What's Your #LanguageDream?

This spring, we're releasing a new printable poster each month discussing how languages shape the future. March's theme is Language Learning Opens Doors! Join the conversation on social media by sharing your #LanguageDream.

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My First Study Abroad: Being Dropped in Another Country

University of West Georgia Spanish language major Kaleb shares a reflection on his summer study abroad adventure in Madrid, Spain. Hear how the experience bolstered confidence in his language skills and reaffirmed his goal to become a language educator.

    • Student Voices,
    • Future Educator Stories

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.

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews

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.

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews

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.

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews

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.

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews

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!

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews

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.

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews

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.

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews

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!

    • Student Voices,
    • Ask Away Interviews