The fourth paper proposed for this panel will approach the integration of Darija and Modern Standard Arabic from the perspective of new program establishment, discussing the author’s piloting of integrated curriculum in a small group tutorial setting at Bennington College, in anticipation of efforts to launch regular Arabic programming at the institution. This will link explicitly to corresponding experiences as described by the other panel members at different institutional types and program ages. The value of integrating Darija and MSA for independent learners and the cultivation/consolidation of program interest and individual student goals will be addressed. I will also reflect on challenges and rewards encountered as an instructor previously focused on instruction in other Arabic varieties.