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Jessica Ritter
Language studied at Lewis: Arabic
Human Resources and Psychology major; minor in Arabic"Studying a foreign language here at Lewis University was very different than learning a foreign language in high school. In high school, I felt the class was more based on grades while here I feel it is more about helping the students learn the language more thoroughly.
Taking Arabic at Lewis University has changed me in many ways. It has helped me to see a whole new culture in different eyes. I enjoy learning the language and growing as a person. Learning a language is a great way to help (one) to succeed in life"
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Samia Khan
Language studied at Lewis: Arabic
HRM major"I am really glad I took the language. It is important to be open to new things in life and learning a new language you get to learn about different cultures"
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Sadita Olwan
Language studied at Lewis: Arabic
Major in Psychology, minor in Arabic"Studying Arabic was more than what I had expected. I thought it would be hard to read and write it but it wasn't. This experience has definitely changed me in a positive way. I understand the Arabic culture and their tradition through communication. I would like to add that the course was beneficial to me in personal, spiritual, and professional way. If only the USA would encourage a 2nd and 3rd language would benefit and unite our nation rather than separate it. Language is the key to success and understanding"
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Nina Williams
Language studied at Lewis: Japanese
Major in Accounting, minor in Finance"I studied Spanish for 7 years from high school to college but I never really progressed in it. When I transferred to Lewis, I picked up Japanese because of my interest in the country and cultures. Japanese was really easy for me to pick up and understand.Unlike Spanish where everything needs to be conjugated, I feel I have a better understanding of the language and would love to further my knowledge in the language. I would recommend everyone take a foreign language no matter what the language is"
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Robert Maj
Language studied at Lewis : Russian
Double major in Criminal Justice and Contemporary Global studies, minor in Economics"Taking Russian at Lewis has been a very positive experience. The language programs, especially Russian, are enjoyable; The course has helped me to gain a strong base in the language and culture."
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Dalonte Burns
Language studied at Lewis : Russian
Major in Broadcast Journalism"After taking this course (Russian), I want to learn more about the Russian language, as well as other languages. This class has helped me to be more open to other languages and cultures. I want to travel and I want to learn more about the world. It was a worthwhile experience and I am happy I took this course"
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Samantha Little
Language studied at Lewis : Russian
Major in English, track 2"Russian at Lewis University was an extremely delightful experience. It was much different than studying Spanish in high school not only because of the difference in languages, but also because it was a much more structured class. Also, it was a much more laid-back experience. I feel this experience has definitely broadened my horizon culturally. Not only that, but it has also helped me to become a better writer, not of Russian, but of English. Learning another language here at Lewis has made me want to go on and continue learning not only Russian but other languages as well"
education because it leads students out of the narrow ethnocentrism that may result from monolingual education. The faculty of the Program has whole-heartedly embraced Lasallian educational philosophy in that we are dedicated to making foreign language study available to and enjoyable for every Lewis student. Our goal is to provide Lewis students with quality instruction leading to immediate practical learning outcomes. To this end, all our foreign language instructors use an innovative approach informed by the most current approaches to Second Language Acquisition. The Program emphasizes oral communication and as you become one of our students you will immediately notice a striking difference between our courses and your high-school language learning experience: no tedious grammar rules and exercises or long vocabulary lists!
