Modern Languages and Cultures news archive 2016-2023
Great success at the Viva Film Festival in Manchester
Three Spanish films directed by Cecilia Bartolome’ were shown at the Viva film festival in Manchester last weekend (24-26 March) as part of the Leading Women project led by Sally Faulkner.
The Diplomatic Hub honoured to host the Spanish Ambassador to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, José Pascual Marco Martínez at the university
On Thursday 26 January, The Diplomatic Hub was honoured to host the Spanish Ambassador to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, José Pascual Marco Martínez at the university.
Call for applications to Venice Summer School on linguistic landscapes
Students are invited to apply for a Venice Summer School on linguistic landscapes. Linguistic Landscapes: Using Signs and Symbols to Translate Cities.
Application deadline: February 28, 2023
We Still Have a Chance: City gears up for three climate-inspired exhibitions
We Still Have a Chance: City gears up for three climate-inspired exhibitions
Collection of Artworks by Exeter School Children - MakeTank, Exeter - Until 3rd February
Double Elephant - Exeter Phoenix - January-April
Photographic Showcase - Devon & Exeter Institution, Cathedral Close - 1st February-2nd April
We Still Have a Chance: City gears up for three climate-inspired exhibitions
Three arts exhibitions are taking place across the city all inspired by the We Still Have a Chance climate project
Languages in a Global World 2023
Guest Speaker, Melinda Simmons, will join the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences on 12th January 2023 for the next event in the Languages in a Global World series.
Languages in a Global World 2023
Guest Speaker, Melinda Simmons, will join the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences on 12th January 2023 for the next event in the Languages in a Global World series.
New research project seeks to spotlight women philosophers of Early Modern Europe
Dr Helena Taylor, a specialist in seventeenth-century France in Exeter’s Department of Languages, Cultures and Visual Studies, wins a prestigious Starting Grant from the European Research Council.
We still Have a Chance - Graffiti art in the making
We still Have a Chance - Graffiti art in the making
MakeTank, Exeter
8-9 November, 10 am – 5 pm
Free event
Languages Students Translate for We Still Have a Chance: 12 Climate Stories for 12 Days of COP27
Languages Students Translate for We Still Have a Chance: 12 Climate Stories for 12 Days of COP27
New research project seeks to spotlight women philosophers of Early Modern Europe
Dr Helena Taylor, a specialist in seventeenth-century France in Exeter’s Department of Languages, Cultures and Visual Studies, wins a prestigious Starting Grant from the European Research Council.
Second year student on Latin American news
We are so proud of our second year student Natasha Tinsley, who is on Latin American news, explaining the resignation of Boris Johnson. Warmest congratulations, Natasha!
Influence of remarkable Hispanic women honoured though major historical project
More remarkable Hispanic female pioneers in journalism, sport and the arts have been honoured as part of a major historical project.
New exhibition shows stories of parents navigating work and family life in Exeter
Families in Exeter navigating the challenges and joy of working alongside bringing up children have told their stories as part of a new exhibition.
We still Have a Chance - Graffiti art in the making
We still Have a Chance - Graffiti art in the making
MakeTank, Exeter
8-9 November, 10 am – 5 pm
Free event
Exeter undergraduate wins prestigious national award
University of Exeter student Isabelle Brown is celebrating after securing a prestigious national award.
Undergraduate of the Year Award
A student in Modern Languages was recently awarded the Undergraduate of the Year award.
Second year student on Latin American news
We are so proud of our second year student Natasha Tinsley, who is on Latin American news, explaining the resignation of Boris Johnson. Warmest congratulations, Natasha!
Languages Students Translate for We Still Have a Chance: 12 Climate Stories for 12 Days of COP27
Languages Students Translate for We Still Have a Chance: 12 Climate Stories for 12 Days of COP27
Art exhibition and literary workshop in commemoration of the bicentenary of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s death on 25 June 1822
Art in Hoffmann – Hoffmann in Art. Aspects of Intermediality
Art exhibition and literary workshop in commemoration of the bicentenary of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s death on 25 June 1822
Influence of remarkable Hispanic women honoured though major historical project
More remarkable Hispanic female pioneers in journalism, sport and the arts have been honoured as part of a major historical project.
New exhibition shows stories of parents navigating work and family life in Exeter
Families in Exeter navigating the challenges and joy of working alongside bringing up children have told their stories as part of a new exhibition.
Close bond between two of Spain’s finest female writers brought to life in new stage show
The close bond between two of Spain’s finest female writers will be brought to live in a major new London stage show.
Exeter undergraduate wins prestigious national award
University of Exeter student Isabelle Brown is celebrating after securing a prestigious national award.
Undergraduate of the Year Award
A student in Modern Languages was recently awarded the Undergraduate of the Year award.
Art exhibition and literary workshop in commemoration of the bicentenary of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s death on 25 June 1822
Art in Hoffmann – Hoffmann in Art. Aspects of Intermediality
Art exhibition and literary workshop in commemoration of the bicentenary of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s death on 25 June 1822
Learn about Ukraine’s spectacular culture and language at new University of Exeter course
People can learn about Ukraine’s spectacular culture and language at a new University of Exeter course.
Close bond between two of Spain’s finest female writers brought to life in new stage show
The close bond between two of Spain’s finest female writers will be brought to live in a major new London stage show.
Learn about Ukraine’s spectacular culture and language at new University of Exeter course
People can learn about Ukraine’s spectacular culture and language at a new University of Exeter course.
Author, actor and soldier Richard Lyntton gives inspirational example of the power of languages at University of Exeter event
Actor, author and soldier Richard Lyntton showed how he is an inspirational example of the power of learning languages at a University of Exeter event. In a varied career he used his language skills when serving in the Yugoslav civil war and acting in films such as Creed and The Equalizer.
New research sheds light on dramatic criminal trials of authors in 17th century France
A major new study has explored the dramatic criminal trials of authors accused of subversion in 17th century France.
Author, actor and soldier Richard Lyntton gives inspirational example of the power of languages at University of Exeter event
Actor, author and soldier Richard Lyntton showed how he is an inspirational example of the power of learning languages at a University of Exeter event. In a varied career he used his language skills when serving in the Yugoslav civil war and acting in films such as Creed and The Equalizer.
Major new history of the novel in French shows its impact from the medieval period to current day
A major new study shows the development and impact of the novel in French from the pre-history of the art form in the late medieval period to the present day.
Explore Spanish and South American history and culture in new virtual film festival
People can explore the history and culture of Spain and South America as part of a new virtual film festival.
Statement of support from the University of Exeter on the importance of languages
The University of Exeter is delighted to endorse and support the international call to action recently released by the British Academy and partners under the title The Importance of Languages in Global Context.
First English translation of secret novel about hidden sexuality by one of Spain’s most-loved authors
A secret autobiographical novel by one of Spain’s most-loved authors inspired by her hidden sexuality has been translated into English for the first time.
New research reveals story of Penguin’s work to bring Russian classics to English readers in the 20th century
New research reveals for the first time the personal efforts and innovations behind major efforts in the 20th century to publish classic Russian literature in accessible and affordable English translations.
Explore Spanish and South American history and culture in new virtual film festival
People can explore the history and culture of Spain and South America as part of a new virtual film festival.
Statement of support from the University of Exeter on the importance of languages
The University of Exeter is delighted to endorse and support the international call to action recently released by the British Academy and partners under the title The Importance of Languages in Global Context.
Hispanic Studies PhD student organises virtual Ibero-American film festival on the child’s gaze
From the beginning of February until mid-March 2021, a series of educational film screenings and discussions were held virtually as part of the Screening the Child: Spanish Film Club on the subject of the child’s gaze in Spanish language cinema. The film festival was organised and curated by PhD student in Hispanic Studies, Rachel Beaney.
Major new history of the novel in French shows its impact from the medieval period to current day
A major new study shows the development and impact of the novel in French from the pre-history of the art form in the late medieval period to the present day.
First English translation of secret novel about hidden sexuality by one of Spain’s most-loved authors
A secret autobiographical novel by one of Spain’s most-loved authors inspired by her hidden sexuality has been translated into English for the first time.
New research reveals story of Penguin’s work to bring Russian classics to English readers in the 20th century
New research reveals for the first time the personal efforts and innovations behind major efforts in the 20th century to publish classic Russian literature in accessible and affordable English translations.
Hispanic Studies PhD student organises virtual Ibero-American film festival on the child’s gaze
From the beginning of February until mid-March 2021, a series of educational film screenings and discussions were held virtually as part of the Screening the Child: Spanish Film Club on the subject of the child’s gaze in Spanish language cinema. The film festival was organised and curated by PhD student in Hispanic Studies, Rachel Beaney.
Hotel workers in Cornwall to get specialist training to ensure a warm welcome for G7 Korean delegates
Hotel workers in Cornwall will receive specialist training to ensure South Korean delegates at the G7 conference receive a warm welcome.
Hotel workers in Cornwall to get specialist training to ensure a warm welcome for G7 Korean delegates
Hotel workers in Cornwall will receive specialist training to ensure South Korean delegates at the G7 conference receive a warm welcome.
Languages in a Global World Event 2021: Professor Janice Kay in conversation with Susannah Poulton
Government International Trade Adviser Susannah Poulton will discuss her career helping businesses sell and operate around the world at a University of Exeter event.
Pioneering research about the impact of multilingualism around the globe showcased at University of Exeter event
Experts showcased their pioneering research about the impact of multilingualism around the globe at a University of Exeter event.
Learn Cornish in your own home as part of an exciting new online course
People can learn when to say “dell y'm kyrri”, and understand when it’s better to use “meur ras” as part of an exciting new course which allows them to learn Cornish in their own home.
Languages in a Global World Event 2021: Professor Janice Kay in conversation with Susannah Poulton
Government International Trade Adviser Susannah Poulton will discuss her career helping businesses sell and operate around the world at a University of Exeter event.
University of Exeter students help to show multilingual pupils the value of their language skills
University of Exeter students have worked with multilingual teenagers to help them see the value of their incredible language skills as part of a unique research project.
Climate comedy with special appearance from “headline hottie” Planet Earth
“Hottie” Planet Earth will be making a headline appearance at a unique evening of climate comedy.
New research sheds light on dramatic criminal trials of authors in 17th century France
A major new study has explored the dramatic criminal trials of authors accused of subversion in 17th century France.
Pioneering research about the impact of multilingualism around the globe showcased at University of Exeter event
Experts showcased their pioneering research about the impact of multilingualism around the globe at a University of Exeter event.
Learn Cornish in your own home as part of an exciting new online course
People can learn when to say “dell y'm kyrri”, and understand when it’s better to use “meur ras” as part of an exciting new course which allows them to learn Cornish in their own home.
University of Exeter students help to show multilingual pupils the value of their language skills
University of Exeter students have worked with multilingual teenagers to help them see the value of their incredible language skills as part of a unique research project.
Climate comedy with special appearance from “headline hottie” Planet Earth
“Hottie” Planet Earth will be making a headline appearance at a unique evening of climate comedy.
BBC’s Frank Gardner to feature in University of Exeter event celebrating languages and international cultures
BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner will be the guest of honour at a special University of Exeter event which celebrates languages and cultures around the world.
BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner highlights importance of learning languages
Esteemed BBC journalist Frank Gardner highlighted the importance of learning languages and shared his expertise on the complexities of Middle East politics during a special event at the University of Exeter.
University of Exeter and University of Madrid welcome new student exchange programme
A new exchange programme between the University of Exeter and University of Madrid will bring exciting new opportunities for staff and students.
Activism and growth of small independent publishers leading to “profound change” for translated fiction, research shows
Activism, new networks and the growth of small independent presses is leading to profound change in the way translated fiction is published, a new study shows.
Professor Adam Watt, Head of Modern Languages & Cultures, visits Denstone College
On Friday 14th February, Professor Adam Watt, Head of Modern Languages & Cultures, visited Denstone College in Staffordshire.
European partnerships to research depiction of girlhood in the media brings multinational research opportunities for students
Innovative European partnerships set up by University of Exeter academics have created new cross-border research opportunities for students.
New study will show how important it was to speak French in Medieval Britain
A major new study will uncover the secrets of how communities in Medieval Britain continued to speak French for at least 300 years after the Norman Conquest.
Staff and students celebrate National Poetry Day with moving online performances
University of Exeter staff and students have celebrated National Poetry Day with moving performances of verses from around the globe.
Join film-makers, experts and translators to discuss world cinema and take part in free screenings
People can join film-makers, experts and translators to watch and discuss classic films past and present as part of a special event to celebrate world cinema and documentaries.
Arts and Culture launch a playful new online event as part of their Creative Fellowships
Inspired by research taking place at the University of Exeter’s Sexual Knowledge Unit, join stand-up comedian Siân Docksey and Dr Ina Linge from the University of Exeter’s Department of Modern Languages and Cultures for the first in a series of special online events that are aimed to connect everyone curious and explores what queerness in nature can tell us about ourselves.
BBC’s Frank Gardner to feature in University of Exeter event celebrating languages and international cultures
BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner will be the guest of honour at a special University of Exeter event which celebrates languages and cultures around the world.
BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner highlights importance of learning languages
Esteemed BBC journalist Frank Gardner highlighted the importance of learning languages and shared his expertise on the complexities of Middle East politics during a special event at the University of Exeter.
University of Exeter and University of Madrid welcome new student exchange programme
A new exchange programme between the University of Exeter and University of Madrid will bring exciting new opportunities for staff and students.
Activism and growth of small independent publishers leading to “profound change” for translated fiction, research shows
Activism, new networks and the growth of small independent presses is leading to profound change in the way translated fiction is published, a new study shows.
Professor Adam Watt, Head of Modern Languages & Cultures, visits Denstone College
On Friday 14th February, Professor Adam Watt, Head of Modern Languages & Cultures, visited Denstone College in Staffordshire.
Academics and University leadership attend China UK Humanities Alliance meeting
The China UK Humanities Alliance Executive Council meeting took place on 14th December, bringing together academics and university leaders from some of the best institutions in both China and the UK.
European partnerships to research depiction of girlhood in the media brings multinational research opportunities for students
Innovative European partnerships set up by University of Exeter academics have created new cross-border research opportunities for students.
New study will show how important it was to speak French in Medieval Britain
A major new study will uncover the secrets of how communities in Medieval Britain continued to speak French for at least 300 years after the Norman Conquest.
Staff and students celebrate National Poetry Day with moving online performances
University of Exeter staff and students have celebrated National Poetry Day with moving performances of verses from around the globe.
Join film-makers, experts and translators to discuss world cinema and take part in free screenings
People can join film-makers, experts and translators to watch and discuss classic films past and present as part of a special event to celebrate world cinema and documentaries.
Arts and Culture launch a playful new online event as part of their Creative Fellowships
Inspired by research taking place at the University of Exeter’s Sexual Knowledge Unit, join stand-up comedian Siân Docksey and Dr Ina Linge from the University of Exeter’s Department of Modern Languages and Cultures for the first in a series of special online events that are aimed to connect everyone curious and explores what queerness in nature can tell us about ourselves.
Academics and University leadership attend China UK Humanities Alliance meeting
The China UK Humanities Alliance Executive Council meeting took place on 14th December, bringing together academics and university leaders from some of the best institutions in both China and the UK.
Multilingual MP guest of honour at University of Exeter event to celebrate language learning
Multilingual MP Ben Bradshaw shared his experiences of how speaking German and Italian had shaped his career as a journalist and politician as part of a University of Exeter event for young people learning languages.
Jair Bolsonaro and the uncertain future of Brazilian cinema
Dr Natalia Pinazza, Lecturer in Portuguese Studies (Lusophone and Latin American Culture) at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK.
Experts to explore impact of queer films shown covertly to LGBT communities in China
A new research project will examine the impact of queer films shown covertly in China on the development of LGBT+ culture and rights.
Celebrate the world’s languages and cultures at Exeter’s Translation Festival
The beauty of the thousands of languages around the globe will be marked at events across Exeter.
New films bring forgotten lives of women in Franco’s Spain to life for a new generation
The lives of remarkable women whose impact on history was curtailed by Spain’s Franco dictatorship will be recreated for a new generation thanks to a major new historical project.
Bringing Spanish and Latin American Cinema to Local Film Festival
A lucky group of students studying on the undergraduate Spanish programme were taken on a field trip to Chagford Film Festival.
Bringing Spanish and Latin American Cinema to Local Film Festival
A lucky group of students studying on the undergraduate Spanish programme were taken on a field trip to Chagford Film Festival.
Celebrate the world’s languages and cultures at Exeter’s Translation Festival
The beauty of the thousands of languages around the globe will be marked at events across Exeter.
New films bring forgotten lives of women in Franco’s Spain to life for a new generation
The lives of remarkable women whose impact on history was curtailed by Spain’s Franco dictatorship will be recreated for a new generation thanks to a major new historical project.
Experts to explore impact of queer films shown covertly to LGBT communities in China
A new research project will examine the impact of queer films shown covertly in China on the development of LGBT+ culture and rights.
Multilingual MP guest of honour at University of Exeter event to celebrate language learning
Multilingual MP Ben Bradshaw shared his experiences of how speaking German and Italian had shaped his career as a journalist and politician as part of a University of Exeter event for young people learning languages.
Jair Bolsonaro and the uncertain future of Brazilian cinema
Dr Natalia Pinazza, Lecturer in Portuguese Studies (Lusophone and Latin American Culture) at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK.
Five Exeter academics awarded British Academy funding
Five University of Exeter academics have been awarded prestigious funding from the British Academy, the national body for the humanities and social sciences.
Rising stars of research at Exeter receive prestigious European Research Council funding
Three rising research stars at the University of Exeter have received a significant funding boost from the European Research Council (ERC), it has been announced.
Celebrating Pedro Almodóvar’s Birthday in Style at a Local Film Festival
Twenty-two students styding the Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar were taken on a field trip to Chagford film festival. The students, Dr Guillem Colom-Montero, Professor Sally Faulkner and new ML Phd student Rachel Beaney offered introductions to the three Almodóvar's films screened.
Jair Bolsonaro has won – so what’s next for Brazil?
Dr Natalia Pinazza, Lecturer in Portuguese Studies (Lusophone and Latin American Culture) at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK.
Exeter lecturer’s research seen by millions in one of China’s most important parks
Research by a University of Exeter expert has been inscribed on bronze plaques seen by millions of visitors to one of China’s most important parks.
Five Exeter academics awarded British Academy funding
Five University of Exeter academics have been awarded prestigious funding from the British Academy, the national body for the humanities and social sciences.
From Exeter to Boston
Marta Mateo, Professor of English and Translation Studies at the University of Oviedo (Spain), who spent this year as a researcher and guest of ML and CTC in Exeter has been appointed as Director of the Observatory of the Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures in the United States.
From Exeter to Boston
Marta Mateo, Professor of English and Translation Studies at the University of Oviedo (Spain), who spent this year as a researcher and guest of ML and CTC in Exeter has been appointed as Director of the Observatory of the Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures in the United States.
Rising stars of research at Exeter receive prestigious European Research Council funding
Three rising research stars at the University of Exeter have received a significant funding boost from the European Research Council (ERC), it has been announced.
Celebrating Pedro Almodóvar’s Birthday in Style at a Local Film Festival
Twenty-two students styding the Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar were taken on a field trip to Chagford film festival. The students, Dr Guillem Colom-Montero, Professor Sally Faulkner and new ML Phd student Rachel Beaney offered introductions to the three Almodóvar's films screened.
Jair Bolsonaro has won – so what’s next for Brazil?
Dr Natalia Pinazza, Lecturer in Portuguese Studies (Lusophone and Latin American Culture) at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK.
Exeter lecturer’s research seen by millions in one of China’s most important parks
Research by a University of Exeter expert has been inscribed on bronze plaques seen by millions of visitors to one of China’s most important parks.
Dr Guillem Colom-Montero, new Lecturer in Hispanic Studies, interviewed about Catalonia on different BBC outlets.
Catalonia expert, Dr Guillem Colom-Montero, who witnessed the violence in Barcelona during the Catalan Referendum, has been interviewed about the recent political developments in the region on television (BBC News) and radio (BBC World Service, BBC5, BBC West Midlands and BBC Cumbria).
Stories of Britain’s forgotten role in Russia’s Civil War on display
The forgotten role of British soldiers who died fighting trying to stop the Red Army seizing control of Russia can be seen at a new exhibition.
Exeter to play host to first South West Translation Festival
Authors, language experts, a “Spectacular Translation Machine” and a typewriter called Adélaïde will be the stars of Exeter’s first Translation Festival this month.
New Hindi / Urdu Course launch supported by visit of leading international specialist
For the first time, the University of Exeter’s Foreign Language Centre will be offering courses in Hindi and Urdu, starting in Autumn 2017.
Exeter Alumnus set to write official song for the 2018 World Cup
An Exeter Alumnus has had the prestigious honour of being asked to write the official song for one of Russia’s official 2018 World Cup host cities, Saransk.
Hidden relationship between Spain’s finest women writers uncovered by Exeter expert
The hidden close relationship between two of Spain’s finest women writers has been brought to life through letters uncovered by a University of Exeter expert.
Pioneering Spanish women remembered through new plaques in Madrid
Pioneering women in pre-civil war Spain are being remembered for the first time through new public memorials in Madrid thanks to a University of Exeter academic.
New Professor of Translation Studies and Director of the Masters programme
Internationally recognised Translation Studies expert Professor Michelle Bolduc is now in post as the Director of the University of Exeter’s Masters programme in Translation Studies.
College of Humanities Hosts Leading Chinese Academics
Five leading academics from Fudan University’s College of Foreign Languages and Literatures visited Exeter from 17-20 October to take part in a second major collaborative research colloquium.
Humanities continues to score highly for student satisfaction in National Student Survey 2016
Latest results in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2016 show that the College of Humanities continues to score highly - with students among the most satisfied within UK universities.
University of Exeter expert welcomes UNESCO status for rare historical document
One of Exeter Cathedral’s greatest treasures – and the focus of new research by a University of Exeter expert – has been honoured for its ‘outstanding significance’ to British history.
University to chair EU referendum discussions
Experts from the University of Exeter are to host a special two-part discussion series about whether the UK should stay or leave the European Union.
Humanities Success at the Teaching Awards 2016
The College of Humanities achieved fantastic success at the Teaching Awards 2016, with five winners and five runners-up, including Best Subject for English.
New book by Professor Sally Faulkner exploring ‘middlebrow cinema’ published.
‘Middlebrow Cinema’ is the first book to be published in Routledge’s brand new Film Studies series, 'Remapping World Cinema: Regional Tensions and Global Transformations'.
New laboratories to preserve precious artefacts for the future
University of Exeter experts will be able to examine and preserve important historical objects thanks to a new £1.2m Digital Humanities research space.
Department stores have been seen as “cathedrals of modernity” as well as molochs in 20th-century film and literature
Despite negative representations in film and literature, department stores stimulated social change and economic and technological innovation, claims a new study.
Modern Languages awarded significant European funding for e-Tandem project
The Modern Languages Department have secured Erasmus+KA2 funding for the European University Tandem Project (EUniTa)
Humanities students selected for prestigious German Summer School Scholarships
Four Modern Languages undergraduates have been selected as recipients of the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) Summer School Scholarships.
Entries are now open for the 2016 Paddon Award Arts Competition
The Paddon Award Arts Competition has returned for another year. In honour of the University’s Diamond Jubilee, the theme for entries for this year’s award is ‘Celebration’.