Past Events
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Jun 8Efficient Online Course Management: Supporting Learners While Reducing Workload
Webinar Description: Teaching a language requires high-touch engagement, but managing the administrative weight of an online course shouldn’t lead to instructor burnout. This interactive session moves beyond basic logistics to help you design an organized, transparent course structure that keeps students prepared and on track. We will begin by exploring how to help students navigate …
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Jun 8Welcome to WISLI & Administrative Meeting
Instructors should view the asynchronous orientation video before this meeting so they can participate in the Q&A and discussion. Zoom link provided to instructed via email. The agenda for live session is as follows:
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Jun 4WISLI 2026 Student Orientation
Don’t miss the WISLI Student Orientation on Thursday, June 4, from 1:00–2:00 p.m. (Central Daylight Time) via Zoom. Attendance is highly encouraged. The orientation will cover key deadlines, policies, tips for maintaining well-being, campus resources, and more. It’s also a great chance to meet program staff and connect with fellow students. The presentation slides, session recording, …
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Mar 12WISLI at Central States Conference 2026
The Palmer House Hotel, Chicago, IL Central States Conference
Attending the 2026 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages in Chicago, IL? Stop by Booth #808 to learn about learn about our programs!
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Mar 4Deadline to Apply for the AIPS Introduction to Urdu Language & Culture Course
Online
The American Institute of Pakistan Studies (AIPS) will be hosting the Introduction to Urdu Language and Culture online course again this spring! Enrollment is open to all interested in exploring Urdu language and culture. The 10-week course will run from March 5 to May 14, 2026. In this introductory level Urdu language and culture class, participants will …
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Jul 25CAREER FAIR KEYNOTE: “Humans Who Language: Restoring Humanity to Language Education in Dehumanizing Times”This free, online lecture is open to language students, educators, and everyone who supports or advocates for the learning and teaching of Less Commonly Taught Languages (LCTLs). Speaker Bio Dr. L. J. Randolph Jr. is an assistant professor of World Language Education and affiliate faculty in Second Language Acquisition at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Before …
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Nov 18WISLI All Stars: A Professional Development Panel Discussion
Zoom Register
Learn from a panel of WISLI alumni experts how proficiency in less commonly taught languages (LCTLs) can open doors for you academically, personally, and professionally.
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Jul 25Opportunities in the Private Sector
Microsoft Teams
Panelists Erin Blakenship, System Analyst Advisor, General Dynamics Information Technology Erin Blankenship is a linguist and educator presently working in social media advertising and data analytics. While much of her recent career has focused on mis-/disinformation on social media platforms in Western Asia, Erin has worked in academia, public affairs, private language instruction, and translation …
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Jul 24Keynote Address: Frances Vavrus, Vice Provost and Dean, UW-Madison International Division
Microsoft Teams
“What can you do with a LCTL? Reflections from the Less Commonly Traveled Lane” Frances Vavrus is the vice provost and dean of the International Division at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, which leads campus efforts to promote international scholarship and engagement, cultivate global awareness, and prepare students for a diverse and interconnected world. Dean Vavrus …
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Jul 24Opportunities in Human Services
Microsoft Teams
Matthew Geisler, Associate Director for New Programs and Enrollment, International Academic Programs, UW–Madison International Division Matthew Geisler is Associate Director for New Programs and Enrollment at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, International Academic Programs. He has also worked in education abroad at Northern Arizona University and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and was a …