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<p>I think everyone can benefit from some experience with a foreign language, even if the outcome is something short of proficiency. If there is a concern about the additional course load given the requirements of Mids pursuing an Engineering/Science degree perhaps they could offer some language programs on a pass/fail basis or along the lines of a program in which they attend as time permits with some expectation for the total number of classes attended? If a Mid needs to allocate additional time to a class at some point they have the freedom to skip the language class without compromising their schedule or core curriculum. Given the time, those that are truly interested will be there as much as they can be. Just a thought.</p>