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Language Resource Center of Columbia University In 1998 with support from the Andrew W.

Mellon Foundation, Columbia University established the Language Resource Center (LRC) to serve both as a hub for new language instruction and as a catalyst to promote the widespread adoption of technology to enhance language teaching and learning.

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Jutta Schmiers-Heller on receiving a Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching! Jutta is Senior Lecturer and Director of the German Language Program in Columbia’s Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures.

Her dedication to teaching, mentorship, and student success continues to inspire generations of learners. Jutta has also been a dedicated participant in LRC events, and we are grateful for her wisdom and intellectual generosity as part of the community of language faculty at Columbia. This recognition is so well-deserved, and a true reflection of the impact she has made both inside and outside the classroom.

Join us in celebrating this incredible achievement and read more about the Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching at the link in our bio.

05/11/2026

New faculty publication! 📚✨

We are excited to announce the release of Say It in Ukrainian by Yuri Shevchuk. As the third installment in his series of Ukrainian language resources, this book offers the first practical course in phonetics designed for every level of learner.

With 412 interactive exercises and contributions from Ukraine’s most celebrated literary figures, it is a groundbreaking tool for mastering the linguistic depth and stylistic richness of the language.

📖 Check our link in bio to learn more

05/08/2026

Sato Moughalian and Ryan Nazari, both Ph.D. students enrolled in Armenian classes at Columbia, speak about their experiences and reasons for learning the language. They discuss the complex background of Armenian, which forms its own distinct, independent branch within the Indo-European language family. They detail how their own personal and family stories intertwine with histories of genocide, forced migration, music, art, ceramics, weaving, and what it means to be Armenian today.

Check out the full episode at the our bio!

05/06/2026

Two languages, four words, and a lot of personality! 🇭🇺🇲🇲

We sat down with Ben, Gabe, and Gaya for a quick round of “Four Words, Two Ways.” Watch as we compare how to say “Hi,” “Thank you,” “Friend,” and “University” in Hungarian and Burmese.

It’s amazing to hear how these two unique languages sound side-by-side. Which version was your favorite to learn? Let us know in the comments! 👇

05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo! 🇲🇽✨

Today, we’re celebrating the vibrant history, culture, and resilience of Mexico. At the LRC, we love any occasion that highlights the beauty of the Spanish language and the diverse traditions of the Spanish-speaking world.

Whether you’re a student of Spanish, a heritage speaker, or simply a lover of Mexican culture, we hope your day is filled with community and celebration.

05/04/2026

How does language study intersect with climate action? 🌍🗣️

Last Friday, we had an inspiring session at the LRC for our Language and Climate series: Connecting to Communities. We explored how language classrooms can move beyond the textbook to engage directly with real-world sustainability and climate justice.

A huge thank you to our incredible speakers:

🌱 Willie Williams (Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence, Columbia Climate School)
🏙️ Jacqueline Klopp (Director of the Center for Sustainable Urban Development)
📚 Francisca Aguiló Mora, LAIC, who shared her innovative climate-oriented student projects
✈️ María Eugenia Lozano, Barnard, who spoke about the Sustainable Communities in Ecuador study abroad program

It was wonderful to see faculty and students brainstorming how to foster deeper community connections through language education.

04/23/2026

Meet Sulayman Bah!

Sulayman is a junior studying Computer Science, but this Friday, he’s taking the stage at Casa Hispánica to share a poem in Dutch.

His is just one of the many incredible voices you’ll hear at Poezio, Columbia’s multilingual poetry festival tomorrow starting at 3pm.

Come for the poetry, stay for the community, and celebrate the many languages of Columbia!

🗓️ Friday, April 24 (tomorrow)
🕒 3:00-4:30pm
📍Casa Hispánica (612 116th St)
🎟️ RSVP via the link in our bio!

04/21/2026

It’s here! 📖✨

We just received the official booklet for Poezio, Columbia’s multilingual poetry festival. This collection features 88 pages of student work written in over 12 different languages!

Join us this Friday to celebrate the linguistic diversity of our community and hear students perform their work in German, Spanish, Portuguese, Swahili, and many more.

Sound on 🔊 for a tactile sneak peek of the new booklet. We can’t wait to see you there!

🗓️ Friday, April 24
🕒 3:00 – 4:30 PM
📍 Casa Hispánica
🎟️ RSVP via the link in our bio!

04/15/2026

A gathering of voices, sounds, and memories. 🌍🗣️

Next Friday, Poezio returns to celebrate the vibrant languages spoken and taught at Columbia. We’ve selected an incredible lineup of student poets and performers, and now we need a supportive audience to cheer them on!

From first-year learners to heritage speakers, our students are challenging the idea that poetry requires “mastery.” It requires only the courage to express yourself in another language.

🗓️ Friday, April 24 🕒 3:00 - 4:30 PM 📍 Casa Hispánica

🔗 RSVP using the QR code or the link in our bio to join the audience!

🥨 Refreshments will be served.

Special thanks to Arts & Sciences (Just Humanities Grant) and the Department of Latin American and Iberian Cultures for their support of this event!

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04/09/2026

That’s a wrap on the 2026 LCTL Fair! 🎬🌍

We had an incredible week at Lerner Hall celebrating the “Less Commonly Taught Languages” that make Columbia’s linguistic community so vibrant. From the Table Ramp to the classroom, it was a joy to see so many students discovering their next linguistic adventure.

Swipe through to see some of our amazing instructors representing: 🇺🇦 Ukrainian 🇫🇮 Finnish 🇸🇪 Swedish 🇧🇩 Bengali 🇪🇸 Catalan 🇦🇲 Armenian 🇿🇦 Zulu

A huge thank you to the faculty and students who brought their passion and energy to the fair. Which language are you adding to your registration list for next semester? 👇

04/03/2026

Stop scrolling and start speaking! 🗣️✨

Did you know you can study Yiddish, Tamil, Zulu, or Armenian right here at Columbia? Join the Language Resource Center for our Less Commonly Taught Language LCTL) Fair next week at the Lerner Hall Table Ramp! 🏛️

✅ Meet the Faculty ✅ Talk to current students ✅ Grab a snack ✅ Find your next favorite class

Check the graphic for the full daily schedule (April 6-9). We can’t wait to see you there! 🥨🌍

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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