The African Languages Initiative Overseas Program includes a semester abroad of training in a critical African language, life-changing cultural exposure, and real-world business experience. You will acquire the skills you need to excel in your field.

Overview

The African Languages Initiative program is designed to increase the number of Boren Scholars, Fellows and alumni engaged in the study of critical languages of Africa. The program's purpose is to help meet the critical need for specialists in a range of academic and professional fields who are able to operate effectively in major African languages. The languages targeted through this program are Portuguese, Swahili, Yoruba, and Zulu. Ultimately, the program enables students to reach higher levels of proficiency in their...

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Domestic Summer Program

The U.S based intensive summer program targets applicants who have limited  proficiency or who have no previous experience in their chosen target language.The program is designed to prepare participants for overseas study.The university of Florida hosts and administers the summer program.The following languages will be offered in summer 2012: Akan/Twi, Swahili, Wolof, Yoruba and Zulu. To learn more about the summer program at the University of Florida click here. Visit www.borenawards.org to learn about funding oppotunities for the summer program.

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Semester Overseas Programs

The overseas component of the African Languages Initiative focuses on enabling participants to reach further proficiency in the chosen African language. The program is carefully designed to make the most of what each overseas location has to offer. These include excursions, individual tutoring sessions and homestays with target language speaking families. Qualified applicants are eligible to apply for Boren Scholarships or Fellowships. More  information on each language offering can be found on the programs tab at the top of this webpage.

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