5 Aspects Every Translator Should Consider: Reflections from FREN 457
Undergraduate students in “FREN 457: Advanced Translation” taught by Dr. Irem Ayan helped translate the UBC French program’s webpage from English to French. In this article, undergraduate student Virginia Tung and Dr. Irem Ayan reflect on the project. What aspects should every translator consider? 1. Context Virginia Tung: It is important for the translator to […]
Sylvia Bascou-Vallarino: Reflecting on 23 Years at UBC
After a successful Teaching Assistantship during her Master’s degree at UBC, Sylvia Bascou-Vallarino was offered a Sessional Lecturer position in French and Spanish at UBC in 2001—a position that she held until 2018, when she accepted a new role as Lecturer of French. Upon her retirement, Sylvia Bascou-Vallarino reflects on the most memorable moments of […]
Student Spotlight: Anaïs Sohni, Romance Studies
Anaïs Sohni shares why she chose to major in Romance Studies at UBC.
Sarah Revilla Sanchez: Gender-based violence in Mexican horror and gothic fiction
Sarah Revilla Sanchez, PhD Student of Hispanic Studies, shares about her research on gender-based violence in Mexican horror and gothic fiction written by women (Part 1) and about her graduate student experience at UBC (Part 2). Part 1: Research What is your research topic? My dissertation examines how gender-based violence is conceptualized and critiqued in […]
Student Spotlight: Anshul Kulkarni, Italian Studies
Undergraduate student Anshul Kulkarni shares what you can expect from an Italian course at UBC.
Alumni Spotlight: Laura Marr, MA Student of French
Laura Marr shares why she pursued French Studies at UBC for both her BA and MA degrees.
Alumni Spotlight: Gabriela Llanos, Government of Canada
Gabriela Llanos shares how her knowledge of Portuguese and other Romance languages helped her land multiple positions at the Government of Canada.
Travelling Across the Romance World: FHIS Student Experiences
As part of the 2024 FHIS Instagram Contest, students from UBC’s Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies (FHIS) shared about their travel experiences and how their knowledge of a Romance language has enhanced their ability to connect with different cultures. Here are some of their submissions—you might just get some ideas for your next […]
Staff Spotlight: Arnaud Dufournel, Community Engagement Coordinator
Get to know Arnaud Dufournel, who joined the Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies (FHIS) in January 2024 as the Community Engagement Coordinator. What is your role as Community Engagement Coordinator? As a Coordinator, I prepare and participate in various events organized and supported by the Centre de la Francophonie (CDLF). I also serve […]