UNSW Languages Week 2023
This year's UNSW Languages Week will be held from 3-5 October 2023. Join us for three days of events that celebrate the diverse languages we teach and speak in the School of Humanities and Languages.
Australians speak hundreds of languages, ranging from First Nations languages to the global languages that new migrant communities have brought with them. It is more important than ever for all of us to learn from the richness of this linguistic and cultural diversity. In UNSW Languages Week, we celebrate and explore these languages and cultures.
- Professor Timothy O'Leary, Head of School, School of Humanities & Languages, ADA
Highlights
Opening Event
Attention all students! You're invited to the opening of our Languages Week. Get ready to dance, sing, enjoy delicious food, and have the time of your life.
Join us on the 3rd of October at 1pm @ the Library Lawn and let's celebrate in style. See you there!
- 1:00pm: Welcome to Country and Introduction to UNSW Languages Week 2023.
- 1.15pm: Multi-language singing performance with Colombian soprano Paola Monroy.
With over a decade of performance experience, Paola Monroy has been a pivotal Ambassador of the Latin-American and Colombian Art song repertoire in the Asia-Pacific region. Her tireless work has introduced this rich musical tradition to Australian audiences, making her the foremost Latin-American Soprano in this part of the world. In recent years, Paola Monroy has emerged not only as a remarkable opera singer and connoisseur of the Latin American classical repertoire but also as a versatile artist who fearlessly incorporates various musical genres into her repertoire, consistently achieving resounding success.
Paola will be singing in English, Spanish, German, Italian and Quechua- the most spoken indigenous language in the Americas.
Film Screening + Q and A
FREE Cooking Classes (Spanish and French)
Live Music
Library Lawn, UNSW Sydney, Kensington, NSW 2033
Live music at Languages Week 2023
Are you a music lover? Join us and experience the magic of music from around the globe. Our events showcase a variety of music genres from different countries, giving you the opportunity to experience new sounds and cultures.
- Chinese Traditional Music
- Spanish Music
- Korean K-pop Dance Performance
- Salsa Class and Performance
See program for dates and times.
Working with Languages
Trial Language Class
VR Language Games
What's on?
Please find the PDF version of the 2023 Languages Week Program here.
- Day 1 (Tuesday, 3rd October)
- Day 2 (Wednesday, 4th October)
- Day 3 (Thursday, 5th October)
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9:30-11:45am |
Activities for High School Students
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Treasure Hunt (All Day Event) - Inside Library
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12-2pm Food Stalls - French and Spanish stalls on Library Lawn & Japanese Pastry at front of Morven Brown |
Information Booth - Library Lawn
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01:00-01:15pm |
Opening Event - Library Lawn | |||||
01:15-01:45pm |
Multiple Languages Classical Repertoire - Library Lawn |
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01:30-02:15pm |
Japanese Cosplay Parade on Campus-Photo Session - Entry of Morven Brown |
1:45-2:15pm Chinese Traditional Music - Library Lawn |
1:30-3pm Free Korean Pancake - Library Lawn BBQ Area |
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02:15-03:00pm |
Korean K-pop Dance Performance - Library Lawn |
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03:00-03:30pm |
French Trivia -Matthews 101 |
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03:30-04:00pm |
VR Language Games -Morven Brown LG9 |
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04:00-04:30pm |
Translation, Interpreting and Linguistics-Working with Languages -Morven Brown 104 and Patricia O’Shane G06 |
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05:00-07:00pm |
Languages Lounge-Discover Your Career in Languages and Linguistics - Business School Rooftop |
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10:00-11:00am |
French Cooking Class - Crêpes Crafting -Library Lawn |
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Treasure Hunt (All Day Event) - Inside Library
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12:00-12:30pm |
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Demonstration and Class by UNSW Latin Dance Society - Library Lawn
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12:30-1:30pm
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Chinese Calligraphy - Student lounge Entry Morven Brown |
12-2pm Food Stalls - French and Spanish stalls on Library Lawn & Japanese Pastry stall at front of Morven Brown |
Information Booth - Library Lawn
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01:30-02:00pm |
French Pétanque-Morven Brown Lawn
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02:00-02:30pm |
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Greek Food stall & Free Food - Library Lawn BBQ Area |
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02:30-03:00pm |
VR Language Games -Morven Brown LG9 |
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03:00-04:00pm |
Spanish ‘Smash a Piñata’ – Library Lawn |
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10:00-11:00am |
Spanish Cooking Class-Paella Perfection - Library Lawn |
Treasure Hunt (All Day Event) - Inside Library
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12:00-01:00pm |
Korean Dictation Contest - Online |
12-2pm Food Stalls - French and Spanish stalls on the Library Lawn & Japanese Pastry stall at front of Morven Brown |
Information Booth - Library Lawn
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01:00-01:30pm |
Chinese Calligraphy - Student lounge Entry Morven Brown |
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01:30-02:00pm |
Chinese Traditional Music - Library Lawn |
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02:00-02:30pm |
Trial Language Class-Matthews 106 |
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02:30-03:00pm |
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03:00-03:30pm |
Chinese Taichi - Library Lawn |
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03:30-04:00pm |
VR Language Games - Morven Brown LG9 |
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04:00-05:00pm |
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05:00-08:30pm |
Film Screening (Here Out West) - lo Myer Theatres |
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Learn with us
Learning a new language can be a fun and rewarding experience.
Here are some reasons why you should consider learning a language with us:
Improve your brain function: Learning a new language has been shown to improve cognitive function, memory, and problem-solving skills. It can also delay the onset of age-related cognitive decline.
Boost your career: Knowing a second language can be a valuable asset in the job market. It can open up new opportunities for international travel and business, and it can make you a more competitive candidate for jobs that require bilingual skills.
Meet new people: Taking a language class is a great way to meet new people who share your interests. You'll have the opportunity to practice your language skills with classmates and make new friends.
Explore new cultures: Learning a new language can help you gain a deeper understanding of the culture and customs of the people who speak that language. You'll be able to communicate with locals when you travel, and you'll have a better appreciation for their way of life.
Try something new: Learning a new language is a fun and challenging experience that can help you grow as a person. It can be a great way to step out of your comfort zone and try something new.