Hallo zusammen, See below for a great opportunity to get in some German language practice. Viele Grüße, Dr. D -- Study abroad in Dresden<https://studyabroad.utsa.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.Vie...;: June 3 - July 1, 2025 German Club meetings, spring 2025: every other Wednesday 11am-12pm in MH 4.01.01 (join the GroupMe for updates) Stammtisch conversation hour, spring 2025: Wednesdays 3-4pm in MH 4.01.01 or on the patio across from MH 4.02.06 Stammtisch is a relaxed German conversation hour run by Dr. D. All levels are welcome! Subscribe * UTSA German list-serv<https://lists.it.utsa.edu/postorius/lists/german.lists.it.ut... (info) * UTSA German on Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/utsagerman/> * German Club GroupMe<https://groupme.com/join_group/90467044/tFIhb7qF> (student contact and conversations) -- Devon Donohue-Bergeler, Ph.D. Professor of Instruction Director of the German Program Pronouns: she, her, hers The University of Texas at San Antonio Dept. of Modern Languages and Literatures One UTSA Circle San Antonio, TX 78249-3209 MH 4.02.06 devon.donohue-bergeler@utsa.edu<mailto:devon.donohue-bergeler@utsa.edu> UTSA Faculty Profile<https://colfa.utsa.edu/faculty/profiles/modern-languages/donoh... Goethe Institute Coach Profile<https://www.goethe.de/ins/us/de/spr/unt/ffd/opd/coa/oco.html> [cid:13bd87e0-14c8-4818-b1c7-f3a7a8228799]<https://tu-dresden.de/studium/nach-dem-studium/regional/weltkarte> ________________________________ From: Heir Joshua Ferrer <heirjoshua.ferrer(a)utsa.edu&gt; My name is Heir Ferrer, and I am reaching out on behalf of the Linguistics Society at UTSA (LXS) to share an exciting opportunity for students and language enthusiasts. We are currently running our Language Buddies Program, a language exchange program designed to connect students who want to practice different languages with one another in a structured, supportive environment. This is a great way for students to enhance their language skills, learn about different cultures, and build a strong language-learning community on campus. We also offer support for international and exchange students in practicing and learning English. At the moment, we have a handful of students looking for partners that are proficient in German. I was wondering if you can share this program during your German conversation table meeting that is being held on Wednesdays 3-4. We want to support all of our German learners in the program as best as possible. Also, if instead you would like a representative to speak about the program sometime during the meeting, please let me know. We would greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word to your students. If possible, could you share this information and the attached flyer with: ✅ your classes either during class or through the Canvas announcements page. ✅ international/exchange students. ✅ speakers of other languages, especially German. Here are the key details: Who can join? Any student interested in practicing any language, regardless of proficiency level, or in sharing their language and culture with others. How does it work? Participants will be paired based on their complementary language goals and meet at their convenience to practice in a balanced and structured way with each other. How to sign up? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdswMg02UGrivK253BkMMeeh8eNW5YVJ... We believe this program will be a valuable resource for students looking to improve their language skills in an informal yet productive setting and it is COMPLETELY FREE. Please let me know if you have any questions or if there’s anything I can do to facilitate sharing this information. Thank you so much for your time and support! ----------------------------------------------------------------------- INFORMATION: [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdA3uec63wru4HjwevlaS7uw2...] WHAT is the Language Buddies program? Language Buddies is a free program that helps YOU learn a new language by practicing with native/more fluent speakers. Instead of just studying from a book, you get real-life experience by talking with others, which makes learning easier and more natural. HOW does this program work? Our Language Exchange Coordinator (LEC) pairs you with a buddy based on your target languages and preferences. Once matched, together you’ll arrange weekly meetups to practice language! For extra support, you can opt for check-ins from us to stay on track and make the most of the program. WHO is this program for? Open to domestic students and faculty looking to practice their target language, as well as international students who might want to improve their English or Spanish. It’s also a great way to make multicultural friends! Whether you’re interested in language exchange or just need a tutor, you can join to learn, teach, or both—whatever fits your goals WHEN & WHERE is this program available? The program is catered towards those at UTSA and is available throughout the semester. Check-ins and pairing will pause during breaks and kick back up the start of the semester. Though if you are already paired you are free to continue meeting with your buddy! WHY? One of the Linguistics Society's missions is to promote multilingualism and multiculturalism within the UTSA community. What better way to do that than to offer free language exchange services! ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Best, Heir Joshua Ferrer (he/him) (siya/niya) (él/lo) President Linguistics Society at UTSA (LXS), The University of Texas at San Antonio [cid:77ec3380-9a9e-44a8-bfb7-d33a2f9a64ba] Linguistics Society at UTSA (LXS) | e: LinguisticsSocietyAtUTSA(a)gmail.com ‣ Linktree<https://linktr.ee/LinguisticsSociety> ‣ RowdyLink<https://rowdylink.utsa.edu/organization/linguistics-society> ‣ Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/utsa.linguisticssociety/>