Global Understanding

Knowing a foreign language can help you contribute to making the world a better place.

In today's global environment, the knowledge of other languages and cultures is an absolute necessity, not only for economic and political survival, but also for international cooperation in dealing with the many problems facing the world today.

The study of foreign languages has always been, in most parts of the world, an integral part of what it means to be educated. (Only in the United States is this not the case.) Being proficient in more than one language will enhance your ability to participate effectively in the local, national, and international debates of the 21st century.

Foreign language education is in the interest of national and international security. We need to be able to understand global events and interactions from perspectives other than our own.

Yes, you can learn about other cultures in English, but without knowing the language of that other culture and being able to interact with the people in their own language, your knowledge will remain superficial.

Is the whole world learning English? No, but more and more people are. However, you will never really be on equal footing with people from another culture, even if they do speak English. If they know your language, and you do not know theirs, you will always be at a decided disadvantage.

Do you want to make the world a better place? Gaining knowledge of other languages and cultures is a good place to start!

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