In eighth grade, Spanish major Jessica Garcia watched a documentary film that would change the course of her career. Since she could remember, she wanted to be a teacher: “I was always the little kid forcing my friends to play school so I could be the teacher.” But when she saw the film “Waiting for […]
We’re only weeks away from the department of modern and classical language‘s inaugural World Language Showcase on March 30. Contests, activities introduce students to language programs In a day full of contests, proficiency activities, guest speakers and lots of languages, middle and high school students are invited to campus on March 30 to get insights into […]
Various departments across campus will come together again this year for more than 20 events for the Chinese New Year Celebration Week — from music and dance performances to tea ceremonies and cooking workshops. Attendees are encouraged to participate while at each event. *Event schedule subject to change. Check University calendar for more details. Schedule […]
Students at any language proficiency level — beginning to native — are invited to share the cultures they’re learning about at an open-mic showcase, Melodies of the World, at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 5 in in Carrington Hall, room 208. Expressive arts to practice language, celebrate culture Event organizer Jamahl Bonds, a junior global studies […]
Missouri State’s Spanish Club, or La Barraca, is hosting a panel event on Nov. 6 to teach the community about the Hispanic holiday Día de los Muertos. The panel will include students and professors from different backgrounds to answer any questions about the holiday’s history, culture and traditions. There will be an altar dedicated to […]