By Rafa Lombardino and Melissa Harkin The ATA Annual Conference in New Orleans is right around the corner, to be held October 24-27, 2018! Don’t forget to register by September 14 if you want to take advantage of the Early-Bird Discount of 30%. To whet your appetite, here’s a … [Read more...] about PLD Speakers and Talks @ ATA59
Let’s Prepare for our 2019 Election!
Rafa Lombardino, PLD Administrator Elections occur every other year in ATA’s divisions. In the year when elections are NOT held, the Leadership Committee reaches out to members some weeks before the Annual Conference and asks for volunteers to form a Nominating Committee that … [Read more...] about Let’s Prepare for our 2019 Election!
Help us celebrate Translation Day!
By Rafa Lombardino, PLD Administrator Photo: Pixabay International Translation Day is celebrated on September 30th, the feast day of Saint Jerome, who translated the Bible and is considered the patron saint of translators. This year, we’re planning something fun to … [Read more...] about Help us celebrate Translation Day!
PLD Cocktail Party @ ATA59
By Barbara Mendes, PLD Hospitality and Events It’s time for our traditional party at the ATA Conference! Come join us for an evening of fun with friends. Catch up with fellow PLD members, make new friends, and brush up on your Portuguese. The ATA Division Dinners are … [Read more...] about PLD Cocktail Party @ ATA59
Which CAT Tool should I use? Yes!
By Daniel Maciel, PLD Blog Co-Editor One thing I realized early on in my career as a translator is that CAT Tools don't have users, they have (in)voluntary evangelists. Not unlike other niche/specialized software used in very specific professional contexts, the weapons of choice … [Read more...] about Which CAT Tool should I use? Yes!