Presented by Irem Ayan, Assistant Professor of French and Romance Studies (UBC FHIS)
About the talk:
The task of translating and, even more so, interpreting puts the body of the translator and interpreter center stage. This talk delves into the interpreter’s “professional body” and what it means to suppress emotions in the act of interpreting, even if—or, especially when—the content to be interpreted is a question of life and death. This talks focuses on the interpreter’s body as a site of analysis to offer a critical frame for reflecting on the embodied demands of the profession, in particular in times of AI, when “bodies” have all-too-often become problems to be solved or eliminated.
This event will take place in English.
About the FHIS Research Seminar:
Hosted by the Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies (FHIS) and open to the entire UBC community, the FHIS Research Seminar is a forum for sharing the latest research related to French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Romance Studies. Each seminar involves thought-provoking presentations by guest speakers, faculty members, and graduate students. Engage in lively discussions, connect with fellow scholars, and enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and light refreshments. Please RSVP in advance to confirm your attendance.
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Contact:
If you have questions, please contact Dr. Katharina Piechocki (katharina.piechocki@ubc.ca).
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