Ana de Medeiros
@anademedeiros.bsky.social
Academic, global citizen, working with languages and cultures @King's College London
"‘Languages are not just a skillset, they’re a mindset.’ "
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Think Like a Linguist: It’s time for a national conversation about the value of languages - HEPI
This guest blog was kindly authored by Dr Charlotte Ryland, Director of the Translation Exchange. ‘Languages are not just a skillset, they’re a mindset.’ I still remember where I was when a teacher ...
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November 14, 2025 at 10:53 AM
"‘Languages are not just a skillset, they’re a mindset.’ "
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The latest threat to UK modern languages is yet another faux pas www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/late...
The latest threat to UK modern languages is yet another faux pas
Nottingham and Leicester are taking a swing at language departments. But those proposing closures have taken their eye off the ball, say four linguists
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November 14, 2025 at 9:50 AM
The latest threat to UK modern languages is yet another faux pas www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/late...
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Richard Lambert laying out the implications of the levy on international students
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Raising costs for overseas students won’t help cash-strapped universities | The Observer
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November 13, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Richard Lambert laying out the implications of the levy on international students
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The effects of the proposed cull of languages provision at the University of Nottingham and the University of Leicester will be massive: for the wonderful staff, for current students, and for future budding linguists. Esp those who, like me, come from working-class backgrounds in the East Midlands.
Staggering harm is being done to #language learning in Higher Ed. No oversight or strategic thinking, with cold spots now present. Petitions alone this week in response to closures:
Nottingham · Change.org
Leicester · Change.org
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Nottingham · Change.org
Leicester · Change.org
#edusky #langsky @britishacademy.bsky.social @hetanshah.bsky.social
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November 12, 2025 at 11:34 AM
The effects of the proposed cull of languages provision at the University of Nottingham and the University of Leicester will be massive: for the wonderful staff, for current students, and for future budding linguists. Esp those who, like me, come from working-class backgrounds in the East Midlands.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
When neither students nor staff are heard...:
When neither students nor staff are heard...:
How is the dispute at Dundee University affecting students?
Students say they are feeling the effects across studios, classrooms and workshops.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:42 AM
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When neither students nor staff are heard...:
When neither students nor staff are heard...:
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Excellent article here. Our students are our greatest advocates. Counter proposals will be put forward, and we are supporting colleagues in Music, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies at Nottingham with their campaigns www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
University of Nottingham students fight 'insane' cull of courses
Traitors composer Sam Watts is among those against plans to cut University of Nottingham courses.
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November 8, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Excellent article here. Our students are our greatest advocates. Counter proposals will be put forward, and we are supporting colleagues in Music, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies at Nottingham with their campaigns www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Closing vital programmes is not the answer to resolving the issues faced by Universities- senior management need to work with students and staff to find long term solutions.
Closing vital programmes is not the answer to resolving the issues faced by Universities- senior management need to work with students and staff to find long term solutions.
University of Nottingham students fight 'insane' cull of courses
Traitors composer Sam Watts is among those against plans to cut University of Nottingham courses.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 8, 2025 at 11:12 AM
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Closing vital programmes is not the answer to resolving the issues faced by Universities- senior management need to work with students and staff to find long term solutions.
Closing vital programmes is not the answer to resolving the issues faced by Universities- senior management need to work with students and staff to find long term solutions.
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Such a key point about cutting back on language provision - it’s not good for science and it’s not good for growth
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November 8, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Such a key point about cutting back on language provision - it’s not good for science and it’s not good for growth
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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"“We are concerned about the implications for language education and the need for breadth in the curriculum for all learners."
"“We are concerned about the implications for language education and the need for breadth in the curriculum for all learners."
The UK’s national academy for the humanities and social sciences, The British Academy responds to the final report of the curriculum and assessment review
The final report of the Curriculum and Assessment review, released today, raises important questions about how we maintain a balanced and effective education system that works for all. The UK’s nation...
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November 6, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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"“We are concerned about the implications for language education and the need for breadth in the curriculum for all learners."
"“We are concerned about the implications for language education and the need for breadth in the curriculum for all learners."
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Our new Complete French textbook has just been published: Follow the stories of four friends who live in Brussels and in Paris making the most of the rich culture that is on their doorstep.
Our new Complete French textbook has just been published: Follow the stories of four friends who live in Brussels and in Paris making the most of the rich culture that is on their doorstep.
November 5, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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Our new Complete French textbook has just been published: Follow the stories of four friends who live in Brussels and in Paris making the most of the rich culture that is on their doorstep.
Our new Complete French textbook has just been published: Follow the stories of four friends who live in Brussels and in Paris making the most of the rich culture that is on their doorstep.
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October 29, 2025 at 11:26 AM
We’re now on Bluesky! We’re the AULC — a network of university language centres in the UK and Ireland.
Follow us for updates, events, and discussions on language learning, teaching innovation, and cultural exchange.
aulc.org
🌍 #AULC #LanguageLearning #HigherEd #Languages
Follow us for updates, events, and discussions on language learning, teaching innovation, and cultural exchange.
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🌍 #AULC #LanguageLearning #HigherEd #Languages
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Call for Papers — AULC 2026!
📅 8–9 Jan 2026 | 📍 Oxford & Online
Theme: “Thriving in a time of unprecedented threats. Renewing Language Education for Non-Specialists in University Language Centres in the Age of Austerity and AI"
🕛 Abstracts due 10 Nov 2025
More information: aulc.org/2025/10/aulc...
📅 8–9 Jan 2026 | 📍 Oxford & Online
Theme: “Thriving in a time of unprecedented threats. Renewing Language Education for Non-Specialists in University Language Centres in the Age of Austerity and AI"
🕛 Abstracts due 10 Nov 2025
More information: aulc.org/2025/10/aulc...
AULC ANNUAL CONFERENCE 8&9 January 20026 Oxford University and online - CALL FOR PAPERS - Association of University Language Communities
Please find the details of the call for papers for the forthcoming annual AULC conference Deadline is Monday 10 November 12 Noon Call for Papers AULC Annual Conference 2026: Thriving in a time of unpr...
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November 3, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Call for Papers — AULC 2026!
📅 8–9 Jan 2026 | 📍 Oxford & Online
Theme: “Thriving in a time of unprecedented threats. Renewing Language Education for Non-Specialists in University Language Centres in the Age of Austerity and AI"
🕛 Abstracts due 10 Nov 2025
More information: aulc.org/2025/10/aulc...
📅 8–9 Jan 2026 | 📍 Oxford & Online
Theme: “Thriving in a time of unprecedented threats. Renewing Language Education for Non-Specialists in University Language Centres in the Age of Austerity and AI"
🕛 Abstracts due 10 Nov 2025
More information: aulc.org/2025/10/aulc...