Career Diversity and Transferable Skills Workshop

The Department of Modern and Classical Language invites you to a graduate professionalization workshop "Career Diversity and Transferable Skills," Tuesday October 9, 3.30-5.00

 

 in the Woodward Hall of the Gatton Business and Economics Building. The speaker will be Dr. Ashley Sorrell, Senior Faculty Instructional Consultant in the Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching, and Assistant Director of Graduate Student Professional Enhancement for the Graduate School, with introduction by Dr. Sarah Lyon, Associate Professor in Anthropology, Director of Careers beyond the Professoriate Program, Interim Associate Dean of Graduate Studies of the College of Arts and Sciences.

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Woodward Hall, Gatton College of Business & Economics

MCLLC Research Talk

In this talk, Dr. Atsushi Hasegawa will present some of the findings from his research on the language socialization process of study abroad participants in Japan.
There are many benefits that are believed to be associated with study abroad (SA), such as cultivating intercultural and global competence, advancing academic/career trajectories, and language acquisition. However, in terms of language development, previous research has reported inconclusive or sometimes contradictory results (e.g., Kinginger, 2013; Wang, 2010). This inconclusiveness is attributable, foremost, to the vast differences in experience that each SA participant undergoes in each environment. The traditional outcome-based research cannot sufficiently capture the complexity of SA experiences, but instead, process-oriented descriptive research should contribute to a fuller understanding of SA experiences (e.g., Kinginger, 2008, 2013). Building on this line of inquiry, my research aims to investigate a detailed account of the language socialization process by participants in three short-term SA programs in Japan. I
take up two central aspects of language socialization, namely, interpersonal relationships and interactional practice, as primary objects of analysis and closely describe how these
elements are intricately related vis-à-vis language development. Interpersonal relationship is an oft-mentioned notion in SA research, but the one that is rarely analyzed systematically. I employ social network analysis (SNA) to look into the structural properties of not only individual relationships, but also of entire program networks and sub-structures (communities, groups). The second element, interactional practice, is also an imperative aspect of SA. I use conversation analysis (CA) to closely document characteristics of and changes in interactional practices, such as code-switching, topic management, and repair/search activities, as well as in the use of verbal and nonverbal resources, which all constitute interactional competence (Hall & Pekarek-Doehler, 2011). These analytical foci—interpersonal relationships and interactional practice—are complementary in capturing the interplays of individual agency and surroundings, which together give rise to unique reality for every participant.

 

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Niles Gallery

Record-number of 8 UK Students Selected for Japan Exchange and Teaching Program

By Whitney Hale

Eight recent University of Kentucky graduates have been selected to participate in the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program, which provides them with the opportunity to live and work in Japan as assistant language teachers (ALTs) or as coordinators for international relations (CIRs) as interpreters/translators. The 2018 class of UK JET recipients is the largest class from the university to date.

"Culture & Credibility in 21st Century Economics" Lecture

"Culture & Credibility in 21st Century Economics" lecture by John Cirigliano.

With UKY's FLIE students we will discuss how language & economics & culture, in combination, provide opportunities for fascinating interactions & revenue streams; & investments that spread risk across political, economic, currency, duration, & cultural factors. John Cirigliano's investment & operating interests most frequently form across the texture of his ethnic, educational, language, ethical & economic proficiencies.Refreshments to follow.

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William T. Young Library Alumni Gallery

World Languages & Cultures Alumni Weekend

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MCLLC), Department of Hispanic Studies, and the International Studies Program invites you to the 2023 World Languages & Cultures Alumni Weekend.



Thursday, October 19, 2023 

Alumni Keynote Presentation

Gatton Business and Economics Building - Room 191 | 7:00 pm

Cynthia “Didi” Rapp (Russian Studies, BA ’75, Geography, MA ’76) spent four decades as a public servant and closed out her career as the chief of staff for the director of the CIA. Did was inducted into the College of Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame in 2022.



Friday, October 20, 2023 

Alumni Career Day

Jacobs Science Building - Atrium and Classrooms | 1:00-4:00 pm

Language and culture majors will connect one-on-one with alumni to learn about professional pathways and potential careers. Breakout sessions with alumni and students will be grouped by field - business, government, non-profits, and law/medicine/education.

Alumni and Faculty Reception

Ethereal Brewing at Cornerstone - 401 South Limestone | 6:00-9:00 pm

Alumni and guests are invited to join current and former language faculty for dinner and drinks.



Saturday, October 21, 2023

Alumni Day at Keeneland

Keeneland – 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington | Time TBD

Join alumni and friends for a day at the races! Grandstand tickets for alumni are complimentary. Additional guest tickets are available for $25 each. Tickets are limited.

Hosted by the MCLLC Alumni Board.

 

RSVP to all events by Monday, October 2 here.

 

Contact Taylor Kincaid at taylor.kincaid@uky.edu with questions.

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A&S Welcomes Students from China

The College of Arts and Sciences hosted a welcome BBQ for incoming students from China. The outing provided students an opportunity to connect with fellow classmates, future professors, and A&S staff. The students were greeted by A&S Dean Mark Kornbluh and Dr. Huajing Maske,Director of the Confucius Insitute and Executive Director of the Office of China Initiatives.

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