Bringing even more variety to Muhlenberg's language program, Elementary Arabic I and II was offered through the Evening College. Under the gentle guidance of Professor Fatma El-Turky, a small but dedicated number of students faced the intricacies of a new alphabet and grammar. Spanish major Kate Caldwell '01 took the first class. She plans to travel in the Middle East after graduation and wanted to be at least familiar with Arabic. Spanish professor Dr. Sutherland also joined the class; her interest in Arabic dates back to her college days and will now help in her studies of Spain's newest immigrants from North Africa. Other students seek to connect with their heritage or increase professional opportunities.