“I believe learning a new language is helpful in any field. Learning a language opens up your range of communication and exposes you to new people and ideas.”
"The benefit of language is so clear--how it opens up new doors. You can imagine yourself in places you couldn't have imagined before."
Charles Huang, SB '11
“Through French studies I explored a vast array of topics ranging from gender studies to cultural aspects that furthered my awareness and knowledge of the world around me through a different lens.”
Sherry Zhou, SB '20, Biology, Chemistry dual majors; French minor.
“My favorite part about studying Spanish was all the amazing people I got to meet! The community in Spanish classes is really strong at MIT.”
Isabel Rosa, SB '22, Mathematics and Computer Science & Engineering Majors, Spanish Minor
“Studying Japanese allowed me to apply for and become a Fulbright Japan finalist. I was able to connect with an Astronomy professor in Japan using my Japanese skills and propose a research project.”
Kylie Yui Dan, SB '22, Physics Major, Japanese Minor
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