We are proud to announce our next workshop:
Aspectos Sociales y Culturales del Español: Parte 1
Workshop Description:
In this workshop, participants will explore the socio-cultural aspects of Spanish during the 21st 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
Registration Form
Name: ______________________________
IL Mano a Mano member? ?YES ?NO Member NO:_________________
email: ______________________________
Are you requesting RID CEUs? ?YES ?NO
If yes, please send an email to: secretary@illmano.org
Amount enclosed: $_______
*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.
–
Esteban Amaro
Click here for more info and to register! $20 each, registration closes 5 business days prior to webinar. Next one is May 7 and they have been approved for RID CEUs!
http://www.dars.state.tx.us/dhhs/training/trilingual2013.pdf
http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/?select=University+Faculty#UF-130207135910
Faculty vacancy announcement: Spanish
Department: Department of Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Date Posted: 2/7/2013
Status: Accepting regular status Gallaudet employee applications only until position is filled
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.
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.
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.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR ASL/SPANISH IMMERSION PROGRAMS IN PUERTO RICO!
June 27-30, 2013, cost is only $150! Click below to register:
The organizers of the National Deaf People of Color Conference, to be held at Gallaudet University on June 13-16, 2013, are circulating a call for interpreters. Check it out and be part of history! Application materials are due on March 8th!!
The UW-Milwaukee ITP is hiring a full time instructor. See the link for more details.
Here is the link to apply: http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/
Pamela Sue Conine
MS, CI/CT, NIC-Master
UW-Milwaukee Interpreter Training Program
Program Coordinator/Clinical Assistant Professor
RID Supersite Coordinator
2400 East Hartford Avenue
Enderis Hall-Office 669
Milwaukee, WI 53211
414-229-5251
Please click on the link to view!
Mano a Mano joins colleagues of interpretation and translation in a national coalition. See the flyer posted below!
The Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Service will be offering 5 webinars beginning in March for trilingual interpreters. The focus will be dialogue consecutive and sight translation.
See:
http://www.dars.state.tx.us/dhhs/training/trilingual2013.pdf