Training Arabic linguists

Soldiers Magazine, May, 2004 by Steve Harding

"The goal for the academic staff and military leaders is the same," Campbell said. "We all want to do everything we can to ensure the students' success in language training."

An Important Skill

For many DLIFLC students, overcoming the challenges of learning Arabic is about mole than personal pride or intellectual achievement. Vassallo said.

"Sure, the workload can be exhausting and it's sometimes hard to stay motivated. But we all know how important Arabic is to the Army and the nation, and we want to get it right," she said. "If we make a mistake when we gel to the field, it could cost lives. It's that simple."