After the United States Supreme Court released a landmark decision protecting LGBTQ+ rights in the workplace under Title VII, questions remain about educational equity under Title IX. Watch the discussion between a college Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer and three LGBTQ+ people on Outlook Montgomery.
Opening remark with Dr. Stewart, VPP, TP/SS
Moderator & Panelist: Nancy Naomi Carlson
We live in a world convulsed by pandemic. How has the past year changed our outlook as translators? Has the quarantine brought positive change, perhaps a rediscovery of ourselves and our craft?
There are many ways that Montgomery County is reflected in the students, staff and faculty of Montgomery College.
Presenters: Farah Arjang and Ida Jones One hundred files. Two million words. Two months. Technical text. Thirty translators. No “highway” option. What do you do, when confronted with these parameters? Farah Arjang and Ida Jones explore the challenges and successes of putting together large projects, from the perspective of both linguist and project manager, explicating the necessity of collegial collaboration between the manager and the managed.
Family meetings in the hospital setting to discuss end-of-life decision-making can be difficult to have with speakers of English but can be particularly complex when these conversations must bridge language and cultural barriers. This presentation addresses the role of the interpreter as an integral contributor to the work of the patient care team, how to engage with other members of the healthcare team to achieve the most productive and culturally appropriate meetings, and obstacles to positive meeting
Renee Tannenbaum will present a live musical performance to illustrate the unique challenges that translating lyrics presents, as well as the universality of these great tunes.
Renee Tannenbaum will present a live musical performance to illustrate the unique challenges that translating lyrics presents, as well as the universality of these great tunes. PLEASE COPY AND PASTE THIS LINK TO WATCH THIS PROGRAM - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCtZMjvX1RE
Whether we like it or not, technology is changing the way we work. For translators and interpreters, ignoring AI and Machine Translation (MT) is not an option, but if we can stay open and curious by exploring what presents itself, we can ride the waves of change rather than struggle against it. In her keynote speech, Mery will look at the changes that the T&I industry has experienced in the past adn those that are happening right now. PLEASE COPY AND PASTE THIS LINK TO WATCH THIS PROGRAM - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLMC9j_zwHk
Why It Matters - Elysse Meredith Why English is So Weird
What does it mean to be you? Explore the deeper meaning of identity and what it means to "be" with Montgomery College Professor of Philosophy, Bonard Molina Garcia. PLEASE COPY AND PASTE THIS LINKTO WATCH THIS PROGRAM https://youtu.be/nmK-vr_wNeM
Join writer and vocalist Alexa Patrick in an energizing Black History Month event as she performs poems from her debut collection, Remedies for Disappearing (Haymarket Books, 2023). The collection explores the intricate stories of Black girlhood. If you have wild aunties, whether you've gone to a prom or not, or if you've ever felt like "the only" in a space where you wanted to be seen, this event is for you. Click on the link below to watch the show on Youtube: https://youtu.be/AvHT3bpPCws
Political Science Professor Jennifer Haydel will spark your interest in discovering the life stories of people who experienced tough times, exploitation, or human rights issues. As we take this journey together, we'll delve into the magic of memory, the duties we hold, and why memorialization matters. PLEASE COPY THE FOLLOWING LINK INTO YOUR BROWSER TO VIEW https://youtu.be/h0OKMbEP1CU
Montgomery College student interns skills in a form of storytelling that is rapidly growing in popularity. The students work on projects while gaining skills in leardership, service and support, and receive professional development training.
Freelance Producer Robin Hamilton interviews successful women from local TV, Radio and Video Production businesses who encourge young women to enter the field of broadcasting. These women share life experiences and strategies that will be of help to anyone considering the field of production or broadcast management.
Can a White student and Black student agree about what makes good TV? Two TV Production students, one African American and one Indian & European American, talk about their shared dreams of making it in the TV biz.
Faculty and staff relate their sense of belonging at Montgomery College and the positive impact that has on students and other faculty and staff.
A 28-year-old former pro wrestler with an Ivy League degreee and 19-year old 2020 MC business graduate chat about remote learning during COVID-19.
The MC IDEAS series feature conversations with thought leaders in business, politics, education, and journalism. https://www.youtube.com/live/spxrv6brBYY?si=0o9wa0DIEPFzrU58
A celebration of philanthropy by the MC Foundation To watch COPY AND PASTE THE FOLLOWING LINK INTO YOUR BROWSER https://youtu.be/5vZ0F0FzpG4?si=7CR8sQRx5PZRumR_
Diversity and Equity expert Lobna “Luby” Ismail shares her own story and experiences living with a disability since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Luby is the founder and president of Connecting Cultures, LLC, a motivational speaker and influential expert on cultural competence, diversity and inclusion, Arab Cultures, Islamophobia, and disability. Her compelling and enthusiastic personal style weaves into her own life experiences.