Week 14 Modern Languages Newsletter
Don't let these last few weeks of the semester overwhelm you. Now is the time to finish strong! Get all of your assignments in and start preparing for final projects, presentations, papers, and exams now.
Academic Advising Updates: Experiential Learning
Sydney Webb is the Academic Advisor for the School of Global Integrative Studies and the Modern Languages department. You can make an appointment with her through MyPLAN or see her drop-in hours at the link below.
**Drop-ins are via Zoom only** Continue reading…
UNL for Ukraine Fundraiser
Come for fellowship, pizza, and to learn about Ukraine and refugees in Lincoln! Proceeds to benefit the Rotary Disaster Response Fund.
Wednesday, April 27th
4:30-7:00pm
Yia Yia's Pizza, 1423 O Street
Join us for a book talk with Dr. Jean Cahan!
Dr. Cahan has taught European philosophy as UNL for 3 decades, and helped found the Harris Center for Judaic Studies in 1992. Join us for her talk about Szatmár Story, a fascinating account of two families' experiences before, during, and after the Holocaust.
May 5th, 2-3:30pm, City Campus Union
Enroll in JAPN 333: Japanese Business Culture and Protocol
This course introduces students to the standard of contemporary Japanese business culture and related social protocols. The course is taught in English, and no knowledge of Japanese language is required. Continue reading…
Study Russian Secular and Political Folklore this Fall!
In RUSS 483, you'll explore how political beliefs and myths of Russian people shaped their world outlook and discover how folklore has been used as an instrument in the Russian "nation-building" project.
Everything will be in English, no prior knowledge of Russian is necessary!
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SPAN 341: Translating Hispanic Culture - Contemporary Puerto Rican Poetry
Professor Ingrid Robyn, Ph.D. (irobyn2@unl.edu)
Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:30-1:45, TEAC 247
Great for Spanish speakers/learners interested in translation, creative writing, cultural studies, and Latin American culture! Continue reading for full description. Continue reading…
SPAN 407: History of the Spanish Language
Register for SPAN 407 this fall to learn an in depth history of the Spanish language with topics such as:
-Evolution of sounds, words, and meanings
-Old Spanish
-Word etymologies
-Diachronic view of variation
-Linguistic families
Dr. Errapel Mejías-Vicandi
Prereq: SPAN 317
MWF 1:30-2:20
Learn Korean this Summer!
You can study Korean this summer through the University of Minnesota with the Big Ten Academic Alliance CourseShare program!
Korean 1
9:05am-12:20pm MTWThF (remote)
June 6 - July 8
If interested, contact Dr. Nora Peterson (npeterson10@unl.edu)
Vive L'Afrique!
Alliance Française Omaha Presents: Vive L'Afrique! Join for an evening of African dance, drumming, and story telling. Featuring: African Culture Connection. Free performance and discussion and ticketed reception.
April 24 at 4pm, Pottawattamie Arts, Culture & Entertainment (PACE) Center
Summer virtual global internship applications due April 20
Gain real-world experience, grow your professional network, and earn academic credit—all without leaving home! Participate in a virtual internship in a variety of disciplines for this summer with an organization located in Australia, Spain, Peru or Vietnam. Continue reading…
More details at: https://educationabroad.unl.edu/global-remote-internships
NATO Internship Programme
NATO is looking for students studying everything from Architecture to Infrastructure, Arabic to Engineering, Journalism, Human Resources, and more for internships in 2023! Must have a working knowledge of French.
Continue reading for more info on eligibility. Deadline: May 8, 2022 Continue reading…
Diverse International Women of Color Summer 2022 Study Abroad Scholarship
This scholarship is intended to assist women of color who are exceptional in their studies and in need of financial assistance to study abroad. DIWC will award $500 scholarships to women of color who have been accepted to an In-Person Summer 2022 Study Abroad Program. Deadline: May 1, 2022
More details at: https://diwcfund.org/diwc-scholarship/Career Resources for International Affairs
Considering a career in International Affairs? Check out these awesome resources! Continue reading…
COMM 160: Practicing Intergroup Dialogue - Fall 2022, 1 credit
Are you concerned that we do not engage with others about social issues? Would you like to reflect on and improve your communication skills? Do you want to get credit for participating in conversations about important and, at times, polarizing topics?
Take COMM 160! Continue reading for more info. Continue reading…
ASTR 117: Life in the Universe (ACE 4)
Are we alone or is there life elsewhere in the universe? This course will consider many questions that go into this possibility and have cool activities! Continue reading for a full description of the course and activities.
MWF 1:30-2:20
*suitable for all majors, no prerequisites! Continue reading…
CASC 140: Intro to Law and the Legal Profession (1 credit)
This fall, Nebraska College of Law Dean, Richard Moberly, will be teaching this fantastic introduction to law as a career field and what law school will be like. If you’re considering attending law school, make sure to register for this course to get an up close look at the legal profession. Continue reading…
Originally published April 18, 2022 -
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