By Dottie Li Photo: Dottie Li delivers a keynote address at the U.S. Department of the Treasury in 2011. Neutralizing my non-English accent changed my life. And with this incredible tool, I have also helped other non-native English speakers transform their lives and … [Read more...] about Accent-u-ate the Positive: How Clear Communication Transforms Careers
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You’ll Be MIISed: Alumni Reflections During a Time of Change
Interviewed by Fang Sheng The imminent closure of the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) has reverberated across the global language services community, leaving many stunned and disheartened. For decades, MIIS has been a cornerstone in training elite … [Read more...] about You’ll Be MIISed: Alumni Reflections During a Time of Change
Thriving Together: Embracing Our Future in the AI Age
Letter from CLD Administrator Liming Pals Photo by Steve Johnson on Unsplash Hello, CLD members and friends! It's a true joy to be a part of the incredible Chinese Language Division (CLD) family. I've been involved with ATA since 2009, and from the very beginning, this … [Read more...] about Thriving Together: Embracing Our Future in the AI Age
Demystifying Video Game Localization
By Siyang Gao Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash The idea of “video game localization” can be intimidating. In fact, the number one misconception about it, as far as I have seen, is that it requires a lot of technological know-how. But does it? Now, relax and have a … [Read more...] about Demystifying Video Game Localization
How to Launch Your Career in the Language Industry: A Guide for Aspiring Language Professionals
By Chuiqing Kong Photo by Christin Hume on Unsplash Anyone who has worked as a translator or interpreter will tell you that it is not just a job, but a career filled with excitement and satisfaction. By fostering communication and bringing people closer together, language … [Read more...] about How to Launch Your Career in the Language Industry: A Guide for Aspiring Language Professionals
