Aspectos Sociales y Culturales del Español: Parte 1

 

Workshop Description:

In this workshop, participants will explore the socio-cultural aspects of Spanish during the 21^st Century. By the end of the workshop the participants will be able to identify key historical aspects of Spanish, recognize the different Spanish dialects, know the difference between proverbs and idioms, and be updated with new Mexicanismos (linguistic features peculiar to Mexican Spanish) and Anglicisms.

*Workshop will be presented in Spanish.*

 

Presenter Bio:

Roberto Treviño is originally from Mexico. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education (Mexico) and a postgraduate in Financing Consulting from Universidad Iberoamericana (Mexico). He also holds a postgraduate in Marketing from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education. Mr. Treviño has earned a Certificate in Spanish Culture and Language from La Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana, A.C.  He has participated in reading and composition workshops in several colleges.

 

In the teaching field, Roberto has taught at institutions of higher learning on topics pertaining to World History and Spanish. Private companies, such as IBM, HP, Procter & Gamble, EDS, COMEX, and SHELL have hired him to present technical courses and seminars. In his free time, Mr. Treviño likes to read, and write essays.

 

Date: Saturday, May 11, 2013

Time: 9AM- 4PM

*One hour lunch on your own*

 

Place: Berwyn Public Library

Board Room

2701 Harlem Ave

Berwyn, IL 60402

 

Cost:

IL Mano a Mano member: $25

Non-member: $35

 

CEUs: 0.6 RID CEUs available via PINRA. If you are requesting CEUs, please email secretary@illmano.org before Wednesday, May 1, 2013, 12PM CST.

 

Registration Form

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email: _________________________________________________________

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*Please make payment payable to: IL Mano a Mano * Send payment to IL Mano a Mano Treasurer, c/o Lucy Lopata,

3712 Forest Road, Brookfield, IL 60513 * Payment must be postmarked by Wednesday, May 1, 2013. * Will

have registration at the door.

 

 

http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/?select=University+Faculty#UF-130207135910

Faculty vacancy announcement: Spanish

DEPT. OF WORLD LANGUAGES & CULTURES GALLAUDET UNIVERSITY

Faculty vacancy announcement: SpanishThe Dept. of World Languages and Cultures is seeking candidates for a regular, full-time 9-month tenure track appointment to begin in the fall, 2013.Qualifications:

Ph. D. (or doctoral candidate) in Spanish or a related field, such as Latin American Studies, Cultural Studies, Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or Sign Language Interpreting;
b) Native or near native fluency in Spanish in its written form as well as ability to communicate in written academic English. Preference will be given to applicants with a working knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). Those without sufficient competence in ASL will be required to undergo ongoing training starting in the summer preceding appointment. Competency in ASL will be required for tenure;
c) Ability to teach a foreign sign language and prior experience with a Deaf community abroad are highly desirable. Candidates with an ability to teach French as well will also be given special consideration;
d) An interdisciplinary outlook on education and a willingness to participate in and design interdisciplinary courses to be co-taught within the framework of the University’s general education program;
e) Experience supporting study abroad programs and/or availability to accompany student groups abroad;
f) Demonstrated experience as a successful language teacher;
g) Demonstrated commitment to scholarly work in area of expertise.

Responsibilities:

Teach and design courses in Spanish language, literature, and culture at all levels;
b) Contingent upon institutional needs, teach and design courses for the University’s interdisciplinary General Studies program;
c) Contribute to the Department’s study abroad programs and international internships in Spanish-speaking countries, placing and advising students in international internship positions, and designing new learning and professional growth opportunities for students while abroad;
d) Contribute to the growth of the Department into areas, such as foreign sign language, International Studies, or Latino Studies;
e) Demonstrate a profound commitment to high-quality teaching and an interest in developing innovative pedagogical strategies;
f) Actively engage in scholarly activities consistent with area of expertise and Department’s mission;
g) Assist the department in fulfilling its mission, particularly with regard to student recruitment and retention and provide service to the profession, the University, and/or the Department;
h) Continue to develop ASL competency and classroom discourse skills so as to function successfully in a bilingual (written English/ASL) environment.

Compensation:

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications; current University Faculty salary scale available at: http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/?select=View+All

Application Information:

Position open until filled; screening and interviewing of applicants will begin immediately.
Send letter of interest, CV, graduate transcripts and three letters of recommendation to:Prof. Pilar Piñar
Dept. of World Languages & Cultures
HMB S233
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC 20002or via email (preferred): SpanishSearch@gallaudet.eduEEO Statement: Gallaudet University serves deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women and veterans to apply for open positions.