Explore! Sessions: Iris Room (338)

All students, teachers, and guests are welcome to attend and Explore!

9 - 9:30 AM

Explore! Japanese

You can take an imaginary trip to Japan by hearing students’ first-hand study abroad experiences with photos, and have fun with traditional hand games and anime intro music quizzes! Join Watanabe-sensei and students Grant Ballheimer, Stephanie Salcedo, and Blake Lira for this interactive session.

9:30 - 10 AM

Explore! Greek

Is Greek..."all Greek" to you? Not after this session! You’ll learn how to write and sound out short, meaningful words, just like the ancient philosophers and poets did. No prior experience needed, just curiosity and a pencil!

10:30 - 11 AM

Explore! Bilingualism and Careers: Special Guest Panel

Can knowing a second language help you stand out in an internship or job? What can it feel like to be the only bilingual person in the room? How can you prepare to use your language studies as part of your career?

Our panelists will share their firsthand experiences with bilingualism and offer their advice for continuing with language study or adding a language to your future plans!

11 - 11:30 AM

Explore! Italian

Take a tour of beautiful Italy through culture: food, film, and more!

12 - 12:30 PM

Explore! German : "The book they came from is worse!"

Explore the absurd and dark story behind the jokes: "Struwwelpeter", a 19th century illustrated children's book that you definitely know from memes. We promise, the book they came from is worse!

12:30 - 1 PM

Explore! French

Do you smell something delicious baking? It's bread! Bread is an integral part of French culture, so come learn how to make this tasty French staple.

1 - 1:30 PM

Explore! Chinese Calligraphy

Have you ever wanted to learn how to write with a Chinese brush? In this session, you will be introduced to the formation of Chinese characters and see how writing can become a unique visual art form!