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العربية • Arabic

Language. Culture. Global Reach.

Studying Arabic at Miami University connects students to one of the world’s most widely spoken and globally significant languages. With over 400 million speakers, Arabic opens doors to rich literary, artistic, and cultural traditions, while enhancing career opportunities in diplomacy, international relations, journalism, translation, and more. As an official UN language, Arabic proficiency fosters meaningful communication across diverse communities and deepens global understanding.

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Why Study Arabic?

Arabic is a high-impact language that offers students access to global careers, deep cultural insight, and academic opportunities few other languages can match.

Valuable for High-Demand Careers

Arabic is a critical language in global industries, and proficiency can lead to careers in diplomacy, intelligence, journalism, international business, and nonprofit work. With growing demand across U.S. government agencies, NGOs, and private sectors, Arabic speakers are uniquely positioned for impactful roles at home and abroad.

A Globally Strategic Language

Spoken by over 400 million people and one of the six official UN languages, Arabic is essential for careers in international relations, diplomacy, intelligence, and global development. The U.S. government and private industry continue to seek Arabic speakers in high-demand sectors.

Cultural and Academic Enrichment

Arabic is the key to studying Islamic civilizations, as well as exploring contributions to science, medicine, and philosophy. From classical texts to modern pop culture, students gain access to a rich tradition of art, food, music, and literature that shapes global society.

A Bridge to Other Languages

Learning Arabic lays a foundation for studying related languages like Persian, Urdu, and Turkish, and builds analytical and linguistic skills that strengthen performance in language learning and intercultural communication.

Beyond the Classroom

Arabic Club

Arabic Club is a language based club that can be used as a resource outside of the class. Meetings will have conversations, study tables, guest speakers, and occasionally a trip to an Arabic environment (i.e. restaurant, and places on campus).

MECCA Club (Middle East Cultural Club and Arts)

MECCA promotes interest in Middle Eastern language, literature, art, music, dance, fashion, food, and other cultural aspects. Sponsors speakers, hold cultural events such as food tasting, belly dancing, music, and much more.

Contact the Department

Irvin Hall South Entrance

Department of German, Russian, Asian, and Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures

Irvin Hall 172
400 East Spring Street
Oxford, OH 45056-3645
United States
(513) 529-2526
 

Dr. Mila Ganeva, Chair
General Inquiries: gramelac@MiamiOH.edu