“Studying German has been perhaps the most rewarding experience of my time at MIT. My German classes offered a consistent level of challenge while still being achievable.”
Kyle Markland, Materials Science and Engineering with Computer Science Major, German Minor
"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
“I have been able to combine my Japanese learning with my Energy Studies minor, as I've done a couple term projects analyzing Japan's electrical generation.”
Natalie Montoya, SB '21, Nuclear Engineering major, Japanese and Energy Studies minors.
“German has transformed from an academic pursuit to a major part of my life . . . and the transition to two languages from one feels like it opens entirely new ways of thinking.”
David Darrow, SB '22, Mathematics Major, German Minor
“Learning French has expanded my knowledge of different cultures...which will be invaluable to me as I continue to encounter and work with people outside of the US.”
Asia Hypsher SB '21
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Wakana Maekawa Honored with 2026 Teaching with Digital Technology Award
Celebrating excellence in digital teaching and student engagement
