Olivier Delers, professor of French, and Linda Fairtile, head of Parsons Music Library, published “An Economist at the Opera: Adam Smith’s Passion for the Arts in 1766 Paris” in The Adam Smith Review. The chapter explores the famous classical economist Adam Smith during his time in Paris in 1766, focusing on his personal engagement, interest, and passion for the performing arts and opera.
Upcoming Courses: Spring 2027
Voices in Translation - Multilingual Poetry Reading
October 20, 2026, 5 - 6:30 PM, Humanities Commons
Join us for Voices in Translation: A Multilingual Poetry Reading, celebrating the linguistic and cultural diversity of our campus. Students and faculty from across the University will read short poems in their original languages, accompanied by English translations. Come listen to poetry in many languages, discover new voices and traditions, and enjoy an evening of language and community.
Refreshments will be served.
Please contact Prof. Kamal Gasimov if you have any questions.
Global Studio & Self-Directed Language Acquisition
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.
Faculty Highlights
Caroline Weist, associate professor of German studies, published Bodies of a People: Disability, Community, and Critical Volkskörper on the Post-1900 German Stage.
Caitlin Giustiniano, visiting assistant professor of Russian studies, was awarded a fellowship by the American Councils for International Education for a four-week immersive program that combines language and cultural study in Kazakhstan.
Kurt Beals, visiting associate professor of German studies, received an honorable mention for the Stephen Mitchell Prize for Excellence in Translation for So the Day Begins: Grief Refrain, a translation of Anja Utler’s book of poetry.
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Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Carole Weinstein International Center
211 Richmond Way
University of Richmond, VA 23173
Phone: (804) 289-8096
Fax: (804) 287-6446
Department Chair: Dr. Lidia Radi
Academic Administrative Coordinator: Jaime Rung