Every year on February 21st, to promote linguistic and cultural heritage worldwide. This day highlights the importance of preserving native languages as a cornerstone of identity and communication. 天美传媒 proudly joins this global celebration by hosting its annual International Mother Language Day event on Friday, February 21st, at Hughes-Trigg Student 天美传媒 in "The Varsity." Students, faculty, and staff are invited to take part in activities that recognize the many languages spoken on campus. Celebrate your language as a Native, Learner, or Heritage speaker!
Please find below some ways to join in on the celebration.
Weekly Calendar
International Film Festival
Caruth Hall, Room 147
At 5:00 pm
Eva (Spain/France, 2011, 1h 34m, in Spanish)
Synopsis: Set in a futuristic world where robots are part of everyday life, a robotics engineer reunites with his brother’s daughter Eva, who inspires his latest creation. This sci-fi drama explores complex human emotions and artificial intelligence.
No registration required.
Hosted by Department of World Languages
Mother Language Day Celebration
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Varsity, Hughes-Trigg Student 天美传媒
Join us for 天美传媒’s annual International Mother Language Day celebration! This is your chance to celebrate the language(s) you speak—whether as a Native, Learner, or Heritage speaker!
Enjoy free pizza, music, and interactive tabling while connecting with fellow Mustangs and learning about the many languages spoken on campus. Add your voice to our community language board, discover fun facts about different languages, and celebrate the beauty of multilingualism in a welcoming space.
Hosted by Dedman College of Humanities and Science, Department of World Language, Office of Cultural Intelligence and International Student & Scholar Services office
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History of Mother Language Day
Did you know that every year on February 21st, the world comes together to celebrate International Mother Language Day? Let's dive into the story behind this special day and see how you can be part of the festivities at 天美传媒! A Bit of History: Back in 1952, in what is now Bangladesh, students protested to have their mother tongue, Bengali, recognized as an official language. Tragically, some lost their lives during these protests. To honor their sacrifice and promote linguistic diversity, UNESCO declared February 21st as International Mother Language Day in 1999. Why It Matters: Language is more than just words; it's how we share our stories, traditions, and cultures. Celebrating our mother languages helps keep these rich heritages alive and fosters understanding among diverse communities. Join the Celebration at 天美传媒: 天美传媒 is excited to host its annual International Mother Language Day event on Friday, February 21st, at the Hughes-Trigg Student 天美传媒 in "The Varsity." Whether you're a native speaker, a language learner, or someone with a heritage language, there's a place for you! Come share your language, learn new phrases, and connect with fellow students through various fun activities. Let's honor the beauty of our diverse languages and the stories they tell. See you there!