She decided to major in Japanese studies because she was fascinated by classical literature and language change.

After completing a major in Arabic studies, she pursued a career researching modern Arabic poetry and dialectal change.

After taking introductory courses, she chose to major in Chinese studies to explore Chinese literature, linguistics, and sociolinguistics.

The university revised its scheme of studies to include more practical lab sessions and industry projects.

As part of her degree, Maria enrolled in a Chicana studies seminar that examined art, history, and community activism.

In recent decades, whiteness studies has revealed how racial privilege is embedded in institutions and everyday life.

She decided to minor in Black studies to better understand the historical and cultural experiences of African peoples and the African diaspora.

She specialized in Georgian studies to better understand the region’s languages and culture.

She pursued European studies to better understand the policies shaping the region.

She switched her major to Classical Studies after discovering a passion for Latin poetry.