Events

Languages, Literatures and Cultures offers a packed lineup of events introducing you to all things global. Get ready for movies, giveaways, sweet treats, prizes, games and so much more.  Everyone is welcome!

Spring 2026

Book Presentation: Tullia d'Aragona's epic poem Il Meschino

Monday, February 9
6 p.m. LA 4320 

Prof. John McLucas and Prof. Julia Hairston present their translation of Tullia d'Aragona's epic poem ll Meschino ("The Wretch"- published posthumously in 1560). 

Threats to Independent Journalism: Perspectives from Latin America 

Thursday, March 5
6 p.m. LA 4310

A conversation with journalist and producer Eliezer Budasoff.

Entre Nosotres: Language Accessibility, Health Care, and AI

Monday, March 23
4:30 - 6 p.m. University Union Room 222 

Join us for a special conversational gathering focused on meaningful dialogue around language accessibility in health care for Latine communities.

Italian Soccer at Towson: A Meeting with Sara Gama

Wednesday, March 25
6 - 8 p.m. LA 4310

Former Captain of the Italian National Soccer Team, Chief of the Italian National Team Soccer Delegation, Vice President of the Italian Footballers' Association and FIGC Federal Council Member.

On-Campus Interviews with Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Thursday, April 16
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. LA 3316

Interview opportunities for students interested in teaching languages in Anne Arundel County Schools. Contact the department for more information or to make an interview appointment: llc@towson.edu

Celebrating 25 years of Deaf Studies

Saturday, April 25
1 - 6 p.m. LA 4310

The Towson University Deaf Studies Program and the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures are thrilled to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Deaf Studies Program and Major. 

 

Fall 2025

Hispanic Heritage Month Film Festival  

Ema 
September 12, 5 p.m., LA 1201
Temblores
September 13, 2 p.m., LA 1201
Carajita
September 13, 6 p.m., LA 1201
Ivy Maraey, Tierra Sin Mal 
September 17, 5 p.m., LA 1201
La Cocina 
September 24, 5 p.m., LA 1201

German Film 

I'm Your Man [Ich bin dein Mensch]
October 8, 6 p.m., LA 4310

Japanese Film 

Grave of the Fireflies
October 22, 6 p.m., LA 4310

World Wednesday Events

Visual Gestural Communication

October 8
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., LA 4400B (Outside Berman Center)
Explore communicating with your face, hands, and body.

Sweetest Day

October 15
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., LA 4400B (Outside Berman Center)
Try a taste of global sweets and giveaways.

Calligraphy and Culture 

October 22
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., LA 4400C (CLA Cafe)
Get inked and enjoy special giveaways.

Advising, Study Abroad, Career Center and World Music

October 29
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in LA 4400B (Outside Berman Center)
Learn more about Advising, Study Abroad, Career Center and World Music. Enjoy giveaways while expanding your horizons.

October

Comunidades Latinas y Salud: Language Justice and Healthcare Current Issues

Tuesday, October 7
5:00 p.m. CHP 2102

A round table with Flor Giusti, Giuliana Valencia-Banks, and Catalina Rodriguez-Lima.

Information Session: Teach English in France after graduation 

Thursday, October 23
3:30 p.m. CLA 2202

French major alumna Karla Cilien (TU 2024) will speak to students about the Teaching Assistantship Program in France (TAPIF).

November

Comunidades Latinas y Salud: Career Opportunities and Networking

Tuesday, November 4
5 p.m. College of Health Professions, Room 2102

A round table with Christina Love, Estefania Simich and Veselina Mineva.

Child L1 Acquisition and Language Change. Examples from the History of Spanish and Beyond

Thursday, November 13
3:30 p.m. CLA 4110

Join us for a talk by Professor Israel Sanz Sanchez from West Chester University as he speaks on the topic.