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Questions for a Future Physician Learning Spanish
From tutoring and music to his study abroad in Salamanca, Spain, and internship at a GI office, Tate knows the value of using language skills outside of the traditional classroom! Read his story to learn more.
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Emilia: Celebrated Cheesemonger Leading with Italian
The first American to ever be named "Meilleure Fromagère du Monde" in the World Cheesemonger Olympics, Emilia shares how language and cultural skills are a benefit to all aspects of her career in the cheese sales & marketing industry.
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Ashley: IT Program Manager Leading with German
From managing complex projects across global teams to honing her negotiation skills, Ashley can attest that language skills are a major asset for those working in international business. Hear more about her experience working and living in Germany.
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Pilar: CEO & Physician Leading with Spanish
Having built her entire career as a doctor around language, Pilar deeply understands the value that multilingualism brings to person-centered care. Learn more about her contributions to the study of medical Spanish and her advice for current language learners entering the workforce.
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Jocelyn: Knowledge Management Professional Leading with French & Spanish
Working in the legal sector with a focus on immigration, Jocelyn's French and Spanish skills have led to opportunities to live and work abroad, as well as stronger connections with colleagues who speak languages other than English.
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Allison: Global Business Executive Leading with French
For Allison, a sales leader for the U.S. and Asia Pacific regions working in the Life Sciences sector, lessons first explored in her high school French class have helped to set the foundation for a career with several global companies, focused on serving customers and patients around the world!
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Tyler: Historian Leading with Asian & European Languages
A Historian and Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Wesleyan University, Tyler relies on skills in Sinhala, Thai, Sanskrit, and Dutch to complete research at home and abroad, as well as connect with new friends across the globe!
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Daniel: Freelance Linguist Leading with Arabic
Whether he's translating recipes, blog posts, marketing campaigns, or subtitles for comedies and dramas, Daniel uses his Arabic skills to build bridges between communities. Learn more about his language journey here!
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Pablo: Entertainment Localization Professional Leading Across Languages
Growing up in Spain, it was Pablo's English skills that initially opened doors to a future career, world travels, and more. Learn how a love for languages has shaped his life in ways he hadn't imagined, and explore his advice for current language learners.
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Jack: Cybersecurity Consultant Leading with Azerbaijani & Spanish
Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) alumnus Jack studied abroad in Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, and Belize before beginning his current professional role at Palo Alto Networks. Learn how his language acquisition skills have boosted his career in surprising ways.
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