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Modern Languages Summer Memories 4:
Let's revisit Dr. Bender's Spain Today group! They took a guided tour of the Prado in Madrid, one of the world's leading art museums!
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Arabic tutoring is here for you Mondays & Wednesdays from 2-3pm in the KLC. Our tutors are ready to help you enhance your speaking, writing, and grammar skills. Get the support you need!
For a more detailed schedule:
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Modern Languages Summer Memories 3:
Say hello to Dr. Chronister's group from the 2026 KSU in Berlin program! Five students stayed an additional 4 weeks in Wittenberg for German language immersion, and the local newspaper took notice!
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ONE WEEK AWAY! We invite you to join us in celebrating the importance of translation next Tuesday, September 29th with games, snacks, & a short presentation to highlight National Translation Day. We look forward to seeing you there! 🙌
When: 1:00-2:00pm 📣
Where: KLC (EH 001)
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Taking Japanese this semester? 🏯 Our tutors are here to help you prepare for exams & improve your speaking & grammar skills. Japanese tutors are available Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 2:30-4pm in the KLC!
Check out our other tutoring services here:
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Modern Languages Summer Memories 2:
Say hello to Dr. Loschky’s 2026 KSU in Japan study abroad group! These students got to tour Toyota Motor Kyushu, where they witnessed Kaizen (continuous improvement) firsthand, including real-world demonstrations of the Kanban system.
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Our Latin tutors are here to help you succeed in your language classes! Take advantage of this service our tutors offer Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 12:30-1:30pm in the KLC (EH 001).
Check out the detailed schedule below👇️
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Modern Languages Summer Memories #1: Curious what we got up to in Summer 2026? Meet the amazing crew from Dr. Bender’s Spain Today study abroad program at their home base in Pamplona, España!
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Our skilled tutors are ready to help you enhance your German skills! Stop by the KLC for free tutoring any day of the week except Wednesday! 📚️ ✏️
Check out our German tutoring hours: buff.ly/yOpD5fy
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📚🎨Join us for the third season of ¡Cuenta cuentos! Tell Tales! This Biligual Storytime starts this Saturday, September 19th from 2-3pm with a story by Latinx authors and activity to follow!
Location: Manhattan Public Library, Tami Borck Storytime Room
Ages: 5+
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The KLC is open every day of the week for for free tutoring. Stop by to brush up on your French skills with our amazing tutors! 🥐🗼
Check out our French schedule below.
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Ready to take your language skills to the next level? The KLC offers free tutoring to help strengthen speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills. Check out our Spanish tutoring schedule for this semester.
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Join us for the first meeting of the Modern Languages Student Association (MLSA)! Today, Thursday, September 10, 5:30 pm, KLC (Eisenhower 001). Meet others who love learning languages, learn about what's in store for this year, and discuss what you'd like to see happen!
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Tomorrow! Join us for the first Japanese Conversation Table of the year. 🏯 Whether you have been speaking Japanese for years or are just starting, this is a great way to enhance your skills.
📆 Friday, September 11
⏰️ 3:30-4:30pm
📍 2nd floor Eisenhower lounge
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TODAY! Come visit us at the Arts & Sciences Discovery Expo from 11am-2pm in the K-State Union Courtyard. Learn more about the opportunities our department has to offer! See you there!
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Have questions about studying a language? Visit Open Advising in the Kirmser Language Center! Monday-Thursday, 10 am-12 pm, starting Tuesday, October 8.
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TOMORROW! ☕️ Join us for the first German Coffee & Conversation Hour of the Semester- Kaffeestunde! This will take place on Friday, September 4 from 1:30-2:30pm in the Eisenhower Second Floor Lounge. See you there!
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One week away! Join us at the College of Arts and Sciences Discovery Expo! Come learn about Modern Languages programs from 11 am-2 pm in the K-State Union courtyard. Attendees can enter a raffle for $3000 in scholarships!
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TOMORROW! We are so excited for our first Café Olé of the semester! ☕️ Café Olé is a great opportunity to enhance your Spanish speaking skills through conversation, games, snacks, and more. All levels welcome!
📆 Wednesday, September 2nd
⏰️ 2-3pm
📍 Eisenhower 2nd floor lounge
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JOIN US TOMORROW for the first French Table of the semester, our Welcome Back Party, 'La Rentrée'! 🗼
📆 Wednesday, September 2
⏰️ 11am-12pm
📍 Eisenhower Second Floor Lounge
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Missed it over the summer? ☀️ Check out what students got up to during study abroad with KSU in Berlin!
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Congrats to Dr. Kathleen Antonioli, associate prof of French, who recently published the critical biography "Colette" with Reaktion Books about modern novelist, Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette.
Learn more about her work below 👇️
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Congratulations to Denisse Muñoz Quiroz on receiving the 2026 Loren Alexander Award from the Kansas World Languages Association! 🎉 This award honors the legacy of Dr. Loren Alexander, whose dedication to language education inspires many.
Congratulations, Denisse! 💜
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🎉 Help us welcome our graduate students and Graduate Teaching Assistants! 👏 They bring lots of energy and excitement to our department. We couldn't do it without you!
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The Department of Modern Languages is pleased to welcome our new Teaching Assistant Professor of Spanish, Dr. Koby Hansen! 🙌 Dr. Hansen holds a Ph.D. in Spanish from the University of California, Riverside. Welcome to the Wildcat family, Dr. Hansen!
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K-State's Department of Modern Languages welcomes back students, faculty, and staff for Fall 2026! We can't wait to kick off a new year with lots of opportunities, learning, and fun. We wish you a great semester ahead! 💜
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IT'S SUMMER ☀️ 💜
The Department of Modern Languages wishes you a wonderful summer and congratulations on all of your hard work and achievements this year. We hope your break is restful and full of new adventures!
Keep exploring, learning, and connecting!
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Finals week is here - remember how far you have come 💜
Stay focused and give it your best! The Department of Modern Languages is cheering you on 🌍️ ⭐️
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We are hiring! 📣
The Kansas State University Department of Modern Languages is hiring a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor or Instructor of Spanish beginning Fall 2026.
See the details in the link for more information:
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Join us for the final Kaffeestunde of the semester!
Practice your German, meet new people, and enjoy great conversation before the semester wraps up. All levels welcome!
🗓 Friday, May 1
⏰ 1:30–2:30 PM
📍 2nd Floor Eisenhower Lounge
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Celebrating Elizabeth Palacios ✨🎓
From Mexico to mastering Spanish at K-State, Elizabeth’s journey is a reflection of passion, growth, and dedication.
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Celebrating Mikey Schneider ✨
A Classical Studies minor with a passion for leadership, Mikey has been recognized with the Ad Astra Per Aspera Leadership Award from the K-State Alumni Association.
Way to go, Mikey—your hard work does not go unnoticed! 💜
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✨ Senior Spotlight ✨
Today we’re celebrating Natasha Holmberg! 💜
Throughout her time at K-State, Natasha found joy in her French courses, thanks to engaging classes and amazing professors.
Congrats, Natasha! 🎓✨ #SeniorSpotlight #KState
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Join us for an info session on the Fulbright U.S. Student Award and learn how you can study, research, or teach abroad after graduation!
📅 Tuesday, April 28
⏰ 2–3 PM
💻 Online
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✨ MA Student Spotlight ✨
Today we’re celebrating Maria Ramirez Quimbayo! 💜
Through her coursework and experience as a Spanish GTA, she discovered a passion for teaching and supporting students in their language-learning journeys.
We’re so proud of you, Maria!
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Join us for an info session on the Fulbright U.S. Student Award and learn how you can study, research, or teach abroad after graduation!
📅 Tuesday, April 28 buff.ly/4Bqhubf
⏰ 2–3 PM
💻 Online
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✨ MA Student Spotlight ✨
Today we’re celebrating Bethany Reinsch! 💜
From teaching Spanish 1–3 to attending a French immersion program in Normandy through the Kirmser Award, she’s grown her language skills and flourished as both a student and educator.
Congrats, Bethany! 🎓
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✨ Senior Spotlight ✨
Today we’re celebrating Sophie Bond! 💜
Through engaging classes and a life-changing study abroad experience, she gained a deeper global perspective that, alongside her Political Science major, inspired her path toward law school.
Congrats, Sophie! 🎓✨
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The College of Arts and Sciences Alumni Fellows Roundtable brings together Summer Lewis and Ron Wasserstein to share how their K-State experiences shaped their careers and journeys.
📅 Thursday, April 23
⏰ 9:30–10:30 AM
📍 Calvin Hall 301
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TODAY! More Than I Imagined: Navigating a Global Career Through Connection 💜 Join us in the Morris Family Multicultural Center for a conversation with K-State Alumna, Summer Lewis, on the value of networks in international work.
⏲️ 11:30am-12:30pm
📍 Rooms 204-205
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Happy Earth Day 🌎💚
Celebrate sustainability, community, and a good cup of coffee at Café Olé! Join us for an afternoon of treats, games, and eco-friendly fun—plus a special appearance from Alumni Fellow Summer Lewis ’05
📅 April 22 | ⏰ 1–2 PM
📍 Eisenhower Lounge (2nd floor)
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✨ MA Student Spotlight ✨
Today we’re celebrating Dylan McConnell Curry! 💜
Dylan is grateful to be part of a program dedicated to promoting multilingualism and multiculturalism, and values the impact it’s had on him as a student, educator, and person.
Congrats, Dylan! 🎓✨
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✨ Senior Spotlight ✨
Today we’re celebrating Kim Remily! 💜
As a German major, Kim has loved the Kaffeestunde sessions—bringing students together for fun, low-pressure conversations.
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Come learn about the Department of Modern Languages by visiting our booth during K-State's Annual Open House this Saturday, April 18th! 🎉 We will be at the Union Courtyard from 9am-3pm. See you there!
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Where language meets creativity 🎨✨
Come explore how Spanish and art students turned words into visual stories at our Open House Exhibit! See the inspiration, the interpretation, and the collaboration come to life.
📍 Willard Hall, 2nd Floor
🗓 Starting Saturday, April 18
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✨️ Senior Spotlight✨️
Let's celebrate Ellie Bealmear!
As a Marketing and French double major, Ellie's involvement in the Modern Languages Department has been full of unforgettable experiences. We can't wait to see the impact she has in her future!
Congrats, Ellie!💜
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The countdown continues! ⏳
Don’t miss the Alumni Fellows Lecture with Summer Lewis: More Than I Imagined: Navigating a Global Career through Connection.
Join us Tuesday, April 22, 11:30 am–12:20 pm at the Morris Family Multicultural Student Center, Rooms 204-205
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Senior Spotlight
Today we’re celebrating Rachel Gillam! 💜
From Spanish conversation hour to studying abroad in Spain, Rachel has taken full advantage of the opportunities in the Modern Languages Department.
We’re so proud of you, Rachel, and can’t wait to see what’s next!
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Senior Spotlight
Today we’re celebrating Addison Foley! 💜
What started as a French minor turned into a passion, leading her to become a Modern Languages major. She’s loved the KLC events—that always brightened her day and introduced her to new cultures.
Congrats, Addison!
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This afternoon! 🎓
Don’t miss the Signature Lecture with Dr. Rebecca Bender happening today! Come hear an inspiring talk and join the conversation.
🗓 Friday, April 10
⏰ 3:00–4:00 PM
📍 Hale Library 581
Refreshments provided 🍪☕
See you there!
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Today! 📣
It’s not too late to join the Undergraduate Research Symposium Poster Practice Session! Stop by to get feedback, refine your presentation, and feel confident before the big day.
🗓 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Leasure Hall 112
Bagels and coffee provided �
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The countdown begins! ⏳
Get ready for the Alumni Fellows Lecture with Summer Lewis: “More Than I Imagined: Navigating a Global Career through Connection.”
🗓 Tuesday, April 22
⏰ 11:30 AM–12:20 PM
📍 Morris Family Multicultural Student Center, Rooms 204–205
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Coming this Friday! ✨
Join us for our Signature Lecture featuring Dr. Rebecca Bender—an inspiring and impactful speaker you won’t want to miss.
🗓 Friday, April 10
⏰ 3:00–4:00 PM
📍 Hale Library 581
Refreshments will be provided 🍪☕
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Getting ready for the Undergraduate Research Symposium? Join us for a Poster Practice Session to polish your presentation and boost your confidence before the big day.
🗓 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Leasure Hall 112
Plus—bagels and coffee will be provided ☕🥯
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