Arabic Program
Fourth Floor, Stein Hall
Phone: 508-793-3042
Fax: 508-793-3708
Program Coordinator: Ibrahim Abuserriah
Administrative Assistant:
The Arabic Program is housed in the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures.
Opportunities
The Arabic program offers students dynamic learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom, and supports students interested in broadening their studies.
Middle Eastern Studies
Offered through the , students may pursue a degree in Middle Eastern Studies, which combines various disciplines such as political science, history, and religious studies.
Study Abroad
give students the chance to improve their language proficiency and cultural awareness through full immersion in an Arabic speaking country. 51С»Æ³µ students can study Arabic in .
Foreign Language Assistants
In small group sessions, students studying Arabic have the opportunity to practice the language with an Arabic speaking (FLA). The FLAs bring textbooks to life with interactive activities aimed at reinforcing classroom lessons, while simultaneously offering students a direct connection to the contemporary culture of the FLA’s native country.
After Graduation
Arabic is the primary language used for communication in the Middle East and is considered a “critical language” by United States government agencies. A knowledge of Arabic can further careers in law and diplomacy, business and trade, journalism, and education.