Highlights

International Mother Language Day

February 13, 2025

Friday, February 21 International Mother Language Day, a day designated by UNESCO to celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity. Join us for a special event in the Student Center Café on Friday, February 21 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm.

Film Screening: Summer of 85

February 03, 2025

The World Languages and Cultures Department and the Pride Center invite you to an engaging film screening of "Summer of 85," directed by one of France's most prominent contemporary directors, François Ozon. This tragic drama explores themes of love, identity, and self-discovery through the throwback aesthetic lens of a powerful summer romance between two teenage boys in 1985.

Welcome Back Social

January 28, 2025

Join us. . . The World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes back all language majors and minors, and any students considering language classes.

French Trivia Contest

November 04, 2024

In celebration of National French Week (Nov. 6-13), the World Languages and Cultures Department is hosting a French Trivia Contest on Wednesday, November 13 at 11 am in the Student Center Theater.

Festival de Cine

October 24, 2024

As part of the University’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the World Languages and Cultures Dept partnered with the Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS) and Freedom, two student groups, to bring a mini Hispanic film festival to campus.

Mesa de Español

September 23, 2024

La Mesa De Español, a Spanish language conversation group, meets every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 pm, Webb 223B. Come practice your Spanish. Connect with friends. Join us!

Explora Español

September 19, 2024

The World Languages and Cultures Department hosts a special informational event, Explora Español, on Monday, September 30, 2024, 3:00-4:00 pm in Webb 233B. This event is specially geared toward first- and second-year students at Eastern that are heritage and native Spanish speakers. The aim of Explora Español is to highlight unique benefits of studying Spanish in college for those that have a familiarity with the language.

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15, 2024

Eastern celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of programs and events across campus.

Plant Sale

September 12, 2024

This fall students Dr. Bacholle’s FRE/WST 331 Perspectives on Women’s Issues class hold a plant sale to support girls' education in Haiti.

Alumni Forum - Spring 2024

February 29, 2024

On Tuesday, April 2, the World Languages and Cultures Department warmly welcomes back two of its graduates for a VIRTUAL conversation about their careers.

Wadsworth Atheneum Day Trip

February 23, 2024

Join us for an enriching day trip to the renowned Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford!

International Mother Language Day

February 02, 2024

Join us as we celebrate the UN's International Mother Language Day!

Mesa de Español

February 01, 2024

La Mesa De Español, a Spanish language conversation group, meets every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 pm, Webb 223B. Come practice your Spanish. Connect with friends. Join us!

Fundraiser for Girls' Education

December 13, 2023

This fall students Dr. Bacholle’s FRE/WST 331 Perspectives on Women’s Issues class once again designed and carried out a series of fundraisers to support girls’ education in Haiti.

Jibbitz & Sticker Sale to Benefit Haitian Students

November 10, 2023

Pick up some jibbitz and stickers to decorate your kicks, laptop, water bottle, or whatever! Each item is $1. Proceeds to benefit the Jean Bruny College, a girls' secondary school in Les Palmes, Haiti.

Film Screening: Saint Omer

November 08, 2023

On Wednesday, November 15 the World Languages and Cultures Department hosts a screening of Alice Diop's Saint Omer, an award winning French film that chronicles the lives of two Black (immigrant) women, one accused of causing her toddler's death, and the other a writer attending the trial. Critics have described the film as breathtaking and soul-shaking. Join us!

Game Night! Noche de Juego! Une Soiree-Juex!

November 02, 2023

On Wednesday, December 6 from 5-6 pm, the World Languages and Cultures Department hosts a Game Night (Noche de Juego; Une Soiree-Juex) with a variety of board games and card games that are popular in French and Spanish speaking countries.

Explora Español

October 25, 2023

The World Languages and Cultures Department hosts a special informational event, Explora Español, on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm in Webb 233B. This event is specially geared toward first- and second-year students at Eastern that are heritage and native Spanish speakers. The aim of Explora Español is to highlight unique benefits of studying Spanish in college for those that have a familiarity with the language.

NEW! ESL Table

October 11, 2023

NEW group - the ESL Table is a casual meet-up for English as a second language learners to practice their English with peer mentors. Join us!

Sticker Sale to Benefit Haitian Students

October 09, 2023

Pick up some stickers to decorate your laptop, water bottle, folder or whatever! Each sticker costs 50 cents or get five stickers for $2. Proceeds to benefit the Jean Bruny College, a girls' secondary school in Les Palmes, Haiti.

Get the Tea from a Returnee

September 18, 2023

Are you interested in studying a language from abroad? Not sure where to go or how to get started? Join us for a speaker series featuring four students and their unique paths for learning Spanish in Europe, and Central and South America.

Mesa de Español

September 07, 2023

La Mesa De Español, a Spanish language conversation group, meets every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 pm, Webb 223B. Come practice your Spanish. Connect with friends. Join us!

Welcome Back Social

September 06, 2023

Join us. . . The World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes back all language majors and minors, and any students considering language classes.

Welcome Back Social

September 06, 2023

Join us. . . The World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes back all language majors and minors, and any students considering language classes.

2022-2023 Department Newsletter

May 31, 2023

Take a peek at the latest edition of the World Languages and Cultures Department's annual newsletter.

Guest Speaker: Nilda R. Havrilla, Esq.

March 14, 2023

On Tuesday, April 4 the World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes Nilda R. Havrilla, Esq. of Connecticut Legal Services as a guest speaker.

Guest Speaker: Engel Sanchez of Muchísimo Marketing

March 10, 2023

On Thursday, March 9 the World Languages and Cultures Department hosted Engel Sanchez of Muchícimo Digital Marketing agency as a guest speaker.

International Mother Language Day

February 15, 2023

Join us as we celebrate the UN's International Mother Language Day!

Fundraiser to Benefit Haitian Students

November 10, 2022

Stop by the Student Center on Monday, November 14 to pick up a DIY ornament. Ornament packets are only $2. This fundraiser is organized by students in Dr. Bacholle's FRE/WST 331 class. Proceeds to benefit the Jean Bruny College in Les Palmes, Haiti.

The Power of Latinidad in a Fractured World

October 13, 2022

Eastern Connecticut State University hosts awarding winning poet, speaker and actor Carlos Andrés Gómez for a special presentation and reception on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 6 pm in the Student Center Theater.

Explora Español - Fall 2022

October 13, 2022

¿Hablas Español? ¿Por qué no seguir una carrera o 'minor' en español? ¡Habla con el jefe! El jefe del Departamento de Idiomas y Culturas es muy amable y quiere ayudarte :)

Hecho en PueLto Rico

October 12, 2022

Eastern Connecticut University continues its theatrical season with "Hecho en Puelto Rico,” written and performed by Ángel Vázquez, one of Puerto Rico’s most popular performers. "Hecho en Puelto Rico" is a funny and touching piece that will be presented only in English in the Fine Arts Instructional Center Proscenium Theater on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 7:30 P.M.

Nobel Prize in Literature - Annie Ernaux

October 07, 2022

French author Annie Ernaux wins the 2022 Nobel Prize in Literature.

Movie Night

October 05, 2022

On Thursday, October 27 the World Languages & Cultures Department hosts a screening of the suspenseful Spanish-language film "The House at the End of Time (La casa del fin de los tiempo)". Join us!

Ice Cream Social - Fall 2022

September 19, 2022

POSTPONED - New Date! On Wednesday, September 28 the World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes back all language students with an ice cream social. Join us!

La Mesa de Español - Fall 2022

September 14, 2022

After two years of virtual meetings, this fall La Mesa De Español, a Spanish language conversation group, returns to in-person meetings. Every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 pm, Webb 223B. Come practice your Spanish. Connect with friends. Join us!

2021-2022 Department Newsletter

June 07, 2022

Take a peek at the latest edition of the World Languages and Cultures Department's annual newsletter.

Sigma Delta Pi Induction Ceremony

May 13, 2022

On Saturday, April 30 Eastern's Nu Chi Chapter of Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society, inducted four new members.

Spanish In & Through Social Media

March 31, 2022

The World Languages & Cultures Department is excited to introduce a new course for the Fall 2022 semester - SPA 365: Spanish In & Through Social Media. Learn more about the course and how to sign up.

Alumni Forum - Spring 2022

March 21, 2022

On Tuesday, April 5, the World Languages and Cultures Department warmly welcomes back two of its recent graduates for a VIRTUAL conversation about their budding careers.

Guest Speakers: Medical Interpreting

February 28, 2022

The World Languages and Cultures Department and the Health Sciences Department welcome guest speakers from the Language Services Department at Yale New Haven Hospital for a conversation about the field of medical interpreting.

La Mesa de Español - Spring 2022

February 09, 2022

During the Spring 2022 semester La Mesa De Español, a Spanish language conversation group, will continue online on Tuesday evenings. Come practice your Spanish. Connect with friends. Join us!

Linda Lê’s Kriss

November 30, 2021

On Wednesday, December 1, the Eastern Theater Program, University Art Gallery and the World Languages and Cultures Department present an immersive walkthrough of Linda Lê’s play, Kriss.

Conversation with Dr. Bacholle

November 23, 2021

On November 18, Dr. Michèle Bacholle, a distinguished CSU French professor at Eastern, was invited by Dr. Bertrand Bourgeois, a Senior Lecturer in French Studies at the University of Melbourne, to discuss her Annie Ernaux e-Museum.

Guest Speakers: Medical Interpreting

November 11, 2021

The World Languages and Cultures Department and the Health Sciences Department welcome two guest speakers for a conversation about the field of medical interpreting.

Workshop with Marcelino Truong

November 04, 2021

On Monday, November 8, Eastern welcomes Marcelino Truong, a Paris-based artist, graphic designer and illustrator, for an artist’s workshop via Zoom.

New minor featured in The Chronicle

October 14, 2021

The Chronicle, eastern Connecticut's local newspaper, highlighted the benefits of the new Medical Interpreting in Spanish Minor.

La Mesa de Español - Fall 2021

October 13, 2021

La Mesa de Español meets virtually every Wednesday at 7:00 pm. Join us!

Welcome Back Social

September 29, 2021

Join us. . . The World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes back all language majors and minors, and any students considering language classes.

Resume Tips for Language Majors & Minors

September 21, 2021

Looking for tips on how to highlight your languages skills on your resume? The World Languages and Cultures Department created a resource to help. Check it out!

2020-2021 Department Newsletter

May 28, 2021

Take a peek at the latest edition of the World Languages and Cultures Department's annual newsletter.

Sigma Delta Pi Induction Ceremony

May 25, 2021

On Monday, May 3 Eastern's Nu Chi Chapter of Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society, inducted five new members.

Resume Hustle

April 12, 2021

Resume Hustle is an opportunity for world language majors and minors to connect {virtually} with an Eastern alumna and get advice on crafting a resume.

Virtual La Mesa de Español Continues

March 30, 2021

La Mesa de Español continues to meet virtually every Wednesday at 7:00 pm. Join us!

New Course: Spanish for Spanish-Speakers

March 29, 2021

For the first time in more than a decade, the World Languages and Cultures Department will offer SPA 315 – Spanish for Spanish-Speaking Students – for the Fall 2021 semester.

Medical Interpreting in Spanish Minor

March 16, 2021

In conjunction with the Health Sciences Department, the World Languages and Cultures Department is excited to announce a new academic minor – Medical Interpreting in Spanish (MIS).

Annie Ernaux E-museum

February 11, 2021

Dr. Michèle Bacholle, the World Languages and Cultures Department’s French professor and a distinguished Connecticut State University Professor, recently completed her latest project, an e-museum on the contemporary French writer Annie Ernaux.

Successful Scholarship Fundraiser

December 17, 2020

Continuing a three-year service-learning tradition, students in Dr. Bacholle’s French 331 – Perspectives on Women's Issues – class raised money to support the secondary education of young women in Les Palmes, Haiti.

Virtual Alumni Forum Recap

November 19, 2020

On November 11, the World Languages and Cultures Department warmly welcomed back four of its graduates for a conversation about their careers.

Seminars for Spanish Teachers

November 09, 2020

FREE professional development opportunity offered by the Consulate General of Spain in New York.

College Jean Bruny Scholarship Fundraiser

November 05, 2020

Please consider helping girls gain a secondary education. This fundraiser is hosted by Dr. Bacholle's FRE 331 - Perspectives on Women's Issues class.

Virtual Alumni Forum

November 02, 2020

Join us for a conversation with department alumni. Learn about different career paths. Ask questions to prepare for life after graduation. Email KChan@easternct.edu for the Zoom link.

Virtual La Mesa de Español continues

October 12, 2020

Virtual La Mesa de Español continues every other Wednesday! Join us! Email ChanK@easternct.edu for the Zoom link.

Virtual La Mesa de Español

September 29, 2020

Practice your Spanish in casual conversation. Connect with friends. Email ChanK@easternct.edu for the Zoom code.

Brianna Nolan, Spring 2020 Sigma Delta Pi Induction

2020 Sigma Delta Pi Ceremony

May 30, 2020

The World Languages and Cultures Department celebrated the academic accomplishments of its students with a virtual Sigma Delta Pi Honor Society induction ceremony in May 2020.

2019-2020 Department Newsletter

May 19, 2020

Take a peek at the inaugural edition of the World Languages and Cultures Department's annual newsletter.

Guest Lecture - Translator & Interpreter

Guest Lecturer - Interpreter

February 19, 2020

Join us in welcoming P.J. Kamani, owner of ABC Language Services, for a special presentation about the field of interpretation and translation.

Welcome Back Hot Chocolate Social

January 23, 2020

Join us. . . The World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes back all language majors and minors, and any students considering language classes. Enjoy a hot chocolate and tasty treats while talking to fellow classmates and department faculty.

La Mesa de Español (Spanish Table)

December 12, 2019

During the Fall 2019 students of Spanish gathered every Thursday afternoon to join in casual conversation.

Ribbons of Remembrance

December 04, 2019

On Thursday, November 22 the community came together to honor and remember those affected by suicide.

Ribbons of Remembrance

October 08, 2019

Join us for a tea-lighting ceremony, poetry reading, music and words of encouragement. November 21, 2019 3:30-4:30 pm Open to the public.

World Languages and Cultures Ice Cream Social September 2019

Welcome Back Ice Cream Social

September 19, 2019

Every year the World Languages and Cultures Department welcomes back its major and minors with a social. This year over ice cream, students in the department got together with faculty to talk about the upcoming school year, trips abroad, job opportunities and upcoming events in the department.