World Languages Day at the University of Wisconsin - Madison

For High School Educators

At this time, we are no longer able to accept applications from high schools to participate in World Languages Day 2008. Please plan to apply early to participate in World Languages Day 2009!

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students can I bring from our high school?

World Languages Day can accommodate up to 30 motivated, college-bound juniors and seniors who have demonstrated a strong interest in languages or international studies.

Will the World Languages Day program serve lunch?

The World Languages Day program is not able to offer lunch for participants. Participants bring bag lunches to eat during programs held in the Memorial Union. School groups will eat together at assigned locations. Complimentary beverages will be available for participating teachers and students.

Can middle schools register for World Languages Day?

World Languages Day is not open to middle schools at this time.

How many high school teachers can participate from each registered school?

Each registered high school is welcome to bring 3-4 teachers or staff members, such as a guidance counselor, a foreign language coordinator, a social studies or world history teacher, or a library media specialist.  Parent chaperones are also welcome.

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Other 2007-08 Language Institute Programs for High School Students and Teachers

UW Global Student Ambassadors Program

The Global Student Ambassadors Program sends current UW-Madison students to local schools to talk about their international and language-learning experiences, and to speak to the importance of global literacy as a core skill for the 21st century. The program is a collaborative initiative of the UW-Madison Language Institute, Division of International Studies, International Academic Programs, and Global Studies. Learn more >

World Cinema Day
Friday, April 4, 2008

World Cinema Day promotes understanding of world cultures by bringing quality international cinema to Wisconsin high school students and teachers. The program is sponsored by the UW-Madison Language Institute and Arts Institute. Learn more >

 

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World Languages Day is a program of the UW-Madison Language Institute
Sally Sieloff Magnan, Director

Language Institute

The Language Institute is an initiative of the College of Letters and Science, with substantial support from the Division of International Studies.

 

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