This year marks a remarkable milestone: the 35th anniversary of the Portuguese Language Division (PLD). As we celebrate this legacy, we turn our spotlight to Edna Ditaranto, the founder of our beloved division. Revision: Lynnea Hansen Photo: Edna Ditaranto What … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Edna Ditaranto – Celebrating 35 Years of the Portuguese Language Division
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The Art of Interpreting Bilingual Weddings
Illustration: Luciane Camargo Revision: Todd Harkin When I was a girl, the only altar I ever imagined standing at was my own wedding—which, by the way, did happen in 2014. Back in 2009, when I began my career as a translator and interpreter, I never could have imagined that … [Read more...] about The Art of Interpreting Bilingual Weddings
The Evolving Linguist Conference: Dr. Nattalia Paterson
The Evolving Linguist Conference is just around the corner! PLD’s very own Dr. Nattalia Paterson will be leading a workshop on the importance of precision in court interpreting, emphasizing its relevance not only for professionalism but also as a safeguard for due process. In … [Read more...] about The Evolving Linguist Conference: Dr. Nattalia Paterson
S7 E28 SPD PODCAST: THE EVOLVING LINGUIST CONFERENCE – AN INTERVIEW WITH ITS KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
The Evolving Linguist Conference is just a month away! In Episode 28 of the ATA SPD Podcast, keynote speakers Daniel Šebesta and Nathalie Greff-Santamaria share their insights in an engaging interview conducted by Grabriela Escarrá. They provide fresh perspectives on how … [Read more...] about S7 E28 SPD PODCAST: THE EVOLVING LINGUIST CONFERENCE – AN INTERVIEW WITH ITS KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Rooted Far from Home: What I’ve Learned About Preserving Culture and Language in Expat Families
Illustration: Carina Worsley Revision: Lynnea Hansen Twenty years ago, I moved from São Paulo, Brazil, to New York City. I still remember how lonely and disorienting those early years were. As an immigrant, I felt like a fish out of water, adrift in an unfamiliar culture, … [Read more...] about Rooted Far from Home: What I’ve Learned About Preserving Culture and Language in Expat Families