Studying German at Austin College was one of the highlights of my college experience, as well as one of the most beneficial to my career development. Austin College facilitated unique avenues for language learning: the Jordan Family Language House offered an immersive learning environment on campus; the Study Abroad Office and the JanTerm program took me to Germany for a year to fine-tune my cultural understanding; and the dedicated professors and small class sizes provided unparalleled instruction from beginner to advanced levels. The communication and cultural skills I gained at Austin College have been personally rewarding and also critical to my career development. The ability to navigate multicultural environments and speak with colleagues using German as our common language has greatly benefited my career growth, both in academia and the private sector.
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