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📚✨ We’re excited to share the publication of "Supernatural Japan: Izumi Kyoka and the Global Fantastic", a new book by Pedro Bassoe, Assistant Professor of Japanese, Comparative Literature, and Asian Studies.

👏Congratulations to Pedro on this exciting contribution!

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🌍 We are proud to highlight Jen William’s contribution to a recent article in QS Insights Magazine!

The article explores the continued importance of language learning in today’s globalized world.

📖 Read the full article here: https://t.co/wL4As8eZRH

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End of Semester Celebration 🎉

Join us in celebrating the remarkable efforts of our students 💛

📅 April 30 | ⏰ 6–7 PM
📍 Stanley Coulter 239

✨ KOR380 Gayageum Class Performance
✨ Watch the Best Lip Sync Music Videos
✨ Korean Snacks Provided

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Join us this summer for LC 281: Introduction to World Food Cultures! A course that explores global gastronomy, culinary traditions, and the cultural stories behind what we eat.

📅 Two sections available:

• Maymester (May 18–June 26)
• Summer (June 29–August 7)

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On Sunday, April 19, our Portuguese 302/Minors class took a trip to Fernando’s, a Brazilian restaurant in downtown Indianapolis 🇧🇷✨ We enjoyed authentic Brazilian food

It was a fun way to experience Brazilian culture, food, and community together!

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We are proud to celebrate the many achievements recognized at the SLC Awards and Recognition Celebration! 🎉

From outstanding students and teaching awards to faculty recognitions, this celebration highlighted the talent and hard work that make the SLC such a vibrant community.

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🎬✨ Join us for a special Movie Night as SLC and the Department of History come together to present a screening of 'The Battle of Algiers'.

The event will also feature a post-screening discussion led by Dr. Andrew Bellisari (History) and Dr. Ahmed Idrissi Alami (Arabic & CL).

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✨ It’s a busy day at SLC with lots of events happening!

📅 Check out our “Upcoming Events” for more information: https://t.co/c9BTTUHxcq

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Join us for the Book Reading & Discussion of Pacific Embers by Chloé Delsad 📚🌊

This novel explores themes of multiculturalism, identity, and the impact of tourism and imperialism, following a story set in Hawai‘i that uncovers hidden truths.

📅 April 6
⏰ 1:30 PM
📍 SC G064

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On March 28, the 2026 Purdue SLC Graduate Symposium brought together presenters and attendees from across Purdue and beyond for a day of engaging conversations and interdisciplinary exchange.

🙏Thanks to everyone who supported and participated in making this event possible!

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Join us for the final screening of Spanish and Portuguese Movie Nights!

We’ll be closing the program with Campeones, a heartwarming and inspiring Spanish comedy that celebrates teamwork and inclusion.

📅 March 31
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 SC 239

We hope to see you there!

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🇩🇪 Take your German to the next level!

Join GER 401: Advanced German Language Level 7 this fall and strengthen your skills in reading, writing, speaking, and cultural understanding.

🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:00–1:15 PM
📍 SC 114
👩‍🏫 Prof. Allert

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🌍 SLC Professional Panel 2026 🎓

Join us for the SLC Professional Panel, a hybrid event where students can connect with Purdue alumni and explore how language skills can shape exciting career paths.

💡 Discover how language knowledge can open doors across industries!

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✨ Dolci & Trivia Night is here! 🌍🍓

Enjoy a trivia night featuring questions about countries and languages, along with delicious Italian snacks 🍞🍫🍓

Plus, Italian students who attend will receive 1% extra credit!

🗓 Tuesday, March 31
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Stanley Coulter 102

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🎤 Ready to take the stage? 🇰🇷
Join us for the 6th Annual Purdue Korean Speech Contest!

Don’t miss the chance to showcase your Korean skills.

🗓 March 28
🕐 1:00–3:30 PM
📍 SC 239

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Do you like scary movies? 👀🎬
Explore fear across cultures in Global Horror Cinema (FLM291 / LC332) this Fall 2026.

From psychological thrillers to supernatural stories, this course dives into how horror reflects global societies, histories and anxieties.

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Ready to take your French to the next level? 🇫🇷
Enroll in FR205 Accelerated Intermediate French and complete FR201 + FR202 in just one semester.

📚 Fall 2026
🕘 MWF 9:30–10:20 AM
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Emma BenHadj

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Join us for the 2026 Purdue SLC Graduate Symposium!

This year’s symposium, “The Intersection of Humanities and Sciences,” brings together graduate research and interdisciplinary perspectives that explore the connections between these fields.

🗓 March 28, 2026
📍 RAWL 1057, 1062

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📚 Join us for the Chinese Studies Colloquium

We’re excited to welcome Michel Hockx, University of Notre Dame, for a lecture on March 26: “The Regulation of Literature in Modern China”. This talk explores how forms of regulation have shaped modern Chinese literature and culture.

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🍝 Cooking Night 2: Da Nord a Sud

Join the Italian Club & the Italian Program for a delicious evening exploring flavors from Northern to Southern Italy!

📅 Wednesday, March 25
⏰ 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Co-Rec Demo Kitchen 2232

Reservations open Monday, March 23 at 9:00 AM.