Each semester, students gather for an evening of German games, music, and food at German Game Night, a popular event hosted by German Studies.
“Spielabend has evolved into more of a community building activity, where students and faculty come together to enjoy German music, games, and snacks,” said Kathrin Bower, professor and coordinator of German studies. Brezeln, German soft pretzels, are a favorite.
German welcome, not required!
Please contact Prof. Caroline Weist, caroline.weist@richmond.edu, if you have any questions.
Students come together for evenings of Russian games, tea, snacks, and Russian music hosted by Russian studies. A relaxed community-building opportunity for students to practice their Russian or to just hang out with other students interested in Russian studies.
This event is open to students of all levels of Russian. Whether you are a native speaker or only know the word “DA,” come spend the evening with good friends, good music, and good games!
The Global Studio is available to help members of the University of Richmond community use technology to enhance language learning and effectively communicate across cultures. We offer a variety of services including placement testing, self-directed language study, and a variety of technology and online resources that are available for student and faculty use.
Languages offered routinely offered through the SDLAP include Persian (Farsi/Dari), modern Hebrew, and Turkish. Students preparing for or returning from study or service abroad may also use the SDLAP to begin or continue the study of a language not included in the University’s regular course offerings. Languages studied through the SDLAP have included Hindi, Bengali, Kannada, Korean, Dutch, and Swedish.
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