“Learning German allowed me to take part in programs such as MISTI Germany and GTL, where I was able to make connections relevant to my field, as well as lifelong friends, both from Germany and the US.”
Kaleigh Hunt, SB '20, Chemical Engineering, German dual majors.
"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
“Learning Japanese alongside bio engineering gives me greater ability to work and collaborate with other engineering teams abroad.”
Andres Alvarado, SB '20, Bioengineering major, Japanese minor.
“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.
“The Portuguese classes took up cultural aspects like non-verbal language, music, history, movies and documentaries. Taking Portuguese has been one of the best decisions I’ve made at MIT.”
Luz Grisales Gomez, Class of 2023, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Major, Portuguese Concentrator
Spotlight
Info Session: Learn about French studies and JSF Paris Trip
Please join us for the French Open House on Wednesday, February 4, at 5:00 pm in 14E-304.