Second language requirements at universities

[Comte Arnau]

I studied Arabic for several years. Although I was never able to use it for any practical purpose, I did come to see how Semitic grammar shapes a very alien kind of thinking. Its system of root consonants shapes a very essentialist way of of thinking.

My level of Arabic is very basic too, but I can read it and know how the language works, so I understand what you mean. Yes, I found that triconsonantal thing fascinating. However, I still can't buy such a lack of vowel quality.

[Incal]

Optimistic thinking. With my background and wage potential it is highly unlikely that I will venture beyond Tennessee and Ohio (ultimate goal is to return to Tennessee and stay put).

A tip: Never say that on a job interview if you really want to be hired, you'd be considered mediocre.

[Barreldriver]

A tip: Never say that on a job interview if you really want to be hired, you'd be considered mediocre.

That is a given. The context of that post was clearly informal.