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 […]
Student Spotlight: Anaïs Sohni, Romance Studies
Anaïs Sohni shares why she chose to major in Romance Studies at UBC.
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.
FHIS courses that fulfill “Ways of Knowing” breadth requirements
View a list of course bundles that fulfill the “Ways of Knowing” breadth requirements in the following categories: Humanities and Creative Arts, Place and Power, and Language as Meaning. test
“How Do I Say Goodbye to the Thundershowers in July?” Slam poem by David Chen
This original poem—which switches between Spanish, French, and Italian in different sections—was written and performed by undergraduate student David Chen during this year’s Arts Multilingual Week. David states: “This poem was written to celebrate the languages within the Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies, the years of language and cultural learning that I’ve […]
French for the Future: National Essay Contest Winners 2023-24
Congratulations to the winners of the National Essay Contest, who have been offered bursaries to study French at the University of British Columbia. About the National Essay Contest Organized by French for the Future, the National Essay Contest gives students in grades 10, 11, and 12 a chance to win a scholarship to continue their […]
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 […]
Learn Portuguese this summer at UBC
Our online and in-person courses are perfect for anyone who still needs to fulfill the Language Requirement for the Bachelor of Arts, or who simply want to learn a new language and culture! PORT 101: First-Year Portuguese I Offered online and in-person in Term 1. PORT 102: First-Year Portuguese II Offered online and in-person in […]