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Iberian and Latin American Week 2019Iberian and Latin American Week 2019

Iberian and Latin American Week 2019

Taking place from Monday 28 October to Friday 1 November, the Iberian And Latin American Week will bring a taster of Iberian and Latin American Studies’ shared knowledge and interest in the Hispanic and Lusophone world to students.

Posted on: 14 October 2019

Der Drache und der MeermannDer Drache und der Meermann

Der Drache und der Meermann

Students produce interesting and original work throughout their degree programmes at the University of Liverpool, but sometimes you come across an extra creative spark! Sarah Bresnahan is studying English, and in her first year at University chose to take a German language module at beginner's level as an additional subject.

Posted on: 24 September 2019

An Italian, a Spaniard and a Frenchman Walk Into a Bar… — An Improv Workshop for Language TeachersAn Italian, a Spaniard and a Frenchman Walk Into a Bar… — An Improv Workshop for Language Teachers

An Italian, a Spaniard and a Frenchman Walk Into a Bar… — An Improv Workshop for Language Teachers

On Tuesday 10 September Ana Reimão from the University of Liverpool's Department of Modern Languages and Cultures hosted the workshop ‘Improv for Language Teachers’ led by Rosie Wilkinson, artistic director of Impropriety CIC. Ana provides a summary of the day and details how the workshop came about.

Posted on: 18 September 2019

Five things to do during Welcome WeekFive things to do during Welcome Week

Five things to do during Welcome Week

Welcome Week kicks off on Monday, giving new students the opportunity to get to know their new flatmates, explore Liverpool and settle in before they start lectures. Take a look at our top five tips to help you get started with university life.

Posted on: 13 September 2019

“…don’t forget the photos, it’s very important” - An exhibition marking the 75th anniversary of the destruction of the ‘Gypsy Camp’ in Auschwitz “…don’t forget the photos, it’s very important” - An exhibition marking the 75th anniversary of the destruction of the ‘Gypsy Camp’ in Auschwitz

“…don’t forget the photos, it’s very important” - An exhibition marking the 75th anniversary of the destruction of the ‘Gypsy Camp’ in Auschwitz

The travelling exhibition about the Nazi persecution of Sinti and Roma, has returned from across the water – the Mersey, that is.

Posted on: 9 August 2019

Modern Languages and Cultures Graduation 2019 — Social media roundupModern Languages and Cultures Graduation 2019 — Social media roundup

Modern Languages and Cultures Graduation 2019 — Social media roundup

Last week we said goodbye to our Class of 2019 at Graduation as they begin the next step of their journey as University of Liverpool graduates. Check out our roundup of social media messages from the day.

Posted on: 22 July 2019

Students share their year abroad experiences at the HSS Faculty Beacon Project workshopStudents share their year abroad experiences at the HSS Faculty Beacon Project workshop

Students share their year abroad experiences at the HSS Faculty Beacon Project workshop

This academic year, the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures was awarded HSS Faculty Beacon Project funding to produce employability-themed videos with final year students who had just returned from their Year Abroad. Dr Nicola Bermingham discusses the project and its aims.

Posted on: 9 July 2019

Literature in Language Learning ConferenceLiterature in Language Learning Conference

Literature in Language Learning Conference

How can we use songs and poetry in the language classroom? How can creative writing workshops help second language learners? What are the ethical implications of bringing literature to the language class? These were just a few of the questions addressed at the Literature in Language Learning Conference, which took place at the University of Liverpool, on 14 June 2019.

Posted on: 5 July 2019

Der Hammer – Student Newspaper in German by our Final Years!Der Hammer – Student Newspaper in German by our Final Years!

Der Hammer – Student Newspaper in German by our Final Years!

A busy and eventful academic year is coming to an end – and what better way to celebrate the successful completion than a little throwback to one of this year’s most exciting student projects?

Posted on: 2 July 2019

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    Iberian and Latin American Week 2019Iberian and Latin American Week 2019

    Iberian and Latin American Week 2019

    Taking place from Monday 28 October to Friday 1 November, the Iberian And Latin American Week will bring a taster of Iberian and Latin American Studies’ shared knowledge and interest in the Hispanic and Lusophone world to students.

    Posted on: 14 October 2019