Maeve Smith, undergraduate student in the political science department at UofSC, has earned a Critical Language Scholarship for summer 2022. These scholarships, offered by the US Department of State, fund 12 weeks of immersive study (including travel, room and board) in a language deemed essential to America’s national security and economic prosperity. Critical Language Scholarships provide an environment for students to develop expertise in their chosen language and culture. Scholars serve as cultural ambassadors while abroad and develop key skills to become competitive in a variety of career fields upon their return.