Events - Languages, Literatures and International Studies

Every year, high schools from across the region visit our Spanish-speaking country, "Españolandia." During their visit, they participate in several activities, including a language bowl, singing, show and tell, and skit competitions. NMU students volunteer at each activity.

Planet Chat happens every Fall and Winter semester in Whitman Commons. Students who have travelled to another country share their international experiences! Keep an eye on our social media for the official date and time each semester. 

Poetry Without Borders is an annual event in March that celebrates the linguistic diversity of the NMU community! Students, faculty, staff, and community members present poetry in languages other than English. Refreshments, appetizers, and English translations are provided.

Every semester, we host a pizza party and invite students to chat with our faculty and staff members! We discuss upcoming courses offered by our department while providing interested students with a free meal. 

Every fall, we have lawn games, pizza, and refreshments for students to enjoy while reconnecting with classmates and faculty. It's always a fun time celebrating the start of the school year with our department and fellow language enthusiasts!