Why Learn Arabic?

• The Modern Language Association estimates that Arabic enrollment at U.S. universities increased by 126% between 2002 and 2006.
• Arabic is the official language in over 20 countries.
• Those who study Arabic can can enter a variety of career fields: journalism, business, translation, foreign service, finance, education, and many others.
• The U.S. government, through the National Security Language Initiative, has deemed Arabic a language of strategic importance.

Instructor

Maha Foster
Sturm Hall 186A
maha.foster@du.edu