by Carmen Reis Revision: Lynnea Hansen I’ve just left our first Leadership Council Meeting of 2026. As I pour a coffee and get a few cookies to watch an episode of the series I’m currently hooked on, I realize I’d rather write a few words to our members. I’ve been the … [Read more...] about While the Coffee Gets Cold…
A Message from the New Administration
Text written by Alexia Klein, PLD Administrator - Dear PLDeiros! Almost two months have passed since Paula and I were announced as the new PLD administration team at the ATA Conference in Miami. An occasion brimming with joy and warmth that I will always … [Read more...] about A Message from the New Administration
Member Spotlight – Beatriz Baker
Name: Beatriz (Bia) Baker Where you live: Takoma Park, Maryland, just outside the District of Columbia Email: beatriz@beatrizbaker.com What you’re doing these days (translator/interpreter/teacher/professor): I’m a translator specializing in Medicine, Pharmacy, and Public … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight – Beatriz Baker
À conversa com… Álvaro Hattnher e Cris Silva
Ávaro Hattnher é tradutor e professor associado da UNESP, onde leciona sobre Estudos Americanos e Prática de Tradução. Descubra mais nesta entrevista liderada com maestria pela nossa querida Cris - é só clicar na imagem.Somos gratos a Cris Silva e ao Álvaro Hattnher por sua … [Read more...] about À conversa com… Álvaro Hattnher e Cris Silva
International Mother Language Day
The Portuguese Language Division held a quiet celebration paying homage to the "última flor do Lácio," in Olavo Bilac's words. While most of our members were enjoying and displaying their love for our mother tongue singing carnival ballads and sambas, Suzana Bernardo … [Read more...] about International Mother Language Day