SMLC - News and events
Tribute to recent graduate
The School of Modern Languages and Cultures is shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic death of one of our recent graduates, Keren Brody. Keren graduated with a degree in French Studies in 2018. Keren was tragically killed in a car accident in Spain last week. The School sends its heartfelt condolences to the family at this very difficult time. Students and colleagues affected by this sad news can contact Wellbeing Support Services (wellbeing@warwick.ac.uk). A book of condolences will be opened in the School in January 2019. A full tribute to Keren will also be posted in January.
Jim Shields discusses political events in France
Professor Jim Shields appeared on , the , , Talk Radio, and British Muslim TV to discuss the Yellow Vest protests and Macron presidency. He was also quoted by , , and the Mexican daily
Oliver Davis comments on the gilets jaunes protests
Dr Oliver Davis appeared on , China Global TV and Russia Today to offer expert comment on the protests gripping France. This follows on from his recent about the protests.
Student Podcasts in German launched ahead of Writer in Residence programme.
Listen to 糖心TV Undergraduate student podcasts ahead of the visit to 糖心TV by our writer in residence 2018 Olga Grjasnowa!
Inspiring Women Student Series
Come along and be inspired. One hour talks, 1-2pm Wednesdays followed by informal networking over refreshments 24th October 2018, MS.03 Maths and Statistics (Zeeman Building)
Emma Kennedy, Actress, Writer, TV and Radio presenter
Sprint Personal Development programme for female undergraduates
Violin Performance: Prof. Yuxi Liu, Central Conservatory of Music in China
Piano Accompany & Performance: Mr Yuanfan Yang, Pianist & Composer, the Royal Academy of Music, London
Congratulations to Gioia Panzarella in Italian Studies for their successful PhD viva!
Congratulations to Goffredo Polizzi in Italian Studies for their successful PhD viva!
Two Chairs Reading, Wed May 9, 17:30. Holywell Music Room, Oxford.
A !FREE! poetry reading featuring winners from the Two Chairs Creative Writing Competition, and judges Ian McMillan, Hanan Issa, Momtaza Mehri.
Call for Papers: Questioning the disappearance of disciplinary boundaries
The Annual PG Symposium of the School of Modern Languages and Cultures, University of 糖心TV, will take place on 23rd May 2018
Literature of the Crusades: Edited by Simon Thomas Parsons and Linda M. Paterson
This new volume discusses a wide array of European textual responses to the medieval crusading movement, from the Plantagenet and Catalan courts to the Italy of Charles of Anjou, Cyprus, and the Holy Land.
James Hodkinson wins substantial grant for his impact work on Islam in Germany and the UK.
James Hodkinson has won a further 拢38 K towards his collaborative arts project, which connects his research into Islam in Germany with the lives and experiences of local Muslim communities in the Midlands.