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Erduan: English Teacher in Taiwan
Ed, an ESOL educator from Florida, grew up bilingual. Read more about how his background motivates him to help students unlock their own bilingual superpowers.
Congratulations Future Educators!
Hailing from 15 home states and planning to teach eight languages other than English, please join us in congratulating the 20 outstanding future educators who join the LCF Teacher Scholarship Program this year!
Save the Date: The application period for this program will reopen in Spring 2025 to high school seniors who aspire to teach a language!
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5 Questions for a Luce Scholar in Japan
Taylor is living and working in Osaka, where she partners with Nijiro Diversity and Pride Center Osaka to advocate for LGBTQ rights in Japan. Learn more about her experience as a Luce Scholar and read Taylor's tips on finding funding for study abroad.
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Justin: Head of Mandarin at an International School
Justin shares that languages have played a pivotal role in opening his eyes to the world and fostering a growth mindset. Read his tips for aspiring or early-career language educators.
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5 Questions for a Luce Scholar in Nepal
Originally from Hawai'i, Makana currently lives and works in Kathmandu, Nepal, where he partners with Karkhana and United World Schools Nepal to create STEAM curriculum for children. Learn more about his language learning experiences in Hawaiian and Nepali!
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Recognizing the Teachers Who Have Changed Our Lives
During Teacher Appreciation Week—and everyday!—we celebrate and honor the outstanding language educators who have inspired and motivated us. Please join us in sharing about your favorite language educator.
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Stephanie: Police Officer Leading with English and Farsi
As a Second Lieutenant with the Fairfax County Police Department, Stephanie relies on language and cultural skills to supervise the Language Skills Support Unit and the Office of Data Analytics & Strategic Initiatives. The Department currently offers language proficiency stipends to speakers of 24 world languages.
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Celebrating the 2024 Regional Language Teachers of the Year
Announced this spring at the five regional conferences across the country, Amanda Beck, Carlos Salinas, Kei Tsukamaki, Bertha Delgadillo, and Sara Lee have been named Regional Teachers of the Year for CSC, NECTFL, PNCFL, SCOLT, and SWCOLT.
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Language Learning Tips from a Student of Korean
Stony Brook University psychology major and LCF Student Ambassador Evangeline shares her best language learning strategies for fellow students.
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5 Questions for a Cantonese-Speaking Medical Interpreter
LaGuardia Community College/CUNY student and future nurse Elsie shares about her current professional role, provides advice for fellow language learners, and reflects on her recent court interpreting internship.
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Language Connects Foundation Announces Inaugural Board of Directors
LCF recently announced our first Board of Directors—a group representing decades of experience in education, language policy, business, and beyond, who will serve as champions of the transformative power of language learning and of the educators who make it possible.
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