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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Boris Kayachev is a Research Fellow in TCD’s Dept of Classics, where he works on the SFI-IRC Pathway project Enjambement in Latin poetry: prosody, pragmatics and word order. Beyond Latin linguistics, especially poetic language, He is interested in the textual & literary exegesis of Latin poetry.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
You are invited to our next Linguistics Research Seminar: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 in the TRiSS seminar room (Arts Building). with Boris Kayachev @tcddublin.bsky.social on " Latin prosody and pragmatics: a poetic perspective'
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
This mixed-methods study examined students’ experiences of language learning in higher education, focusing on motivation, participation, and continuity.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Post-Primary Languages Ireland (PPLI) funded the research on behalf of the Department of Education & Youth through the PPLI Higher Education Institution Funding Call 2025–2026. Hongfei Wang, Rowland Imperial of TCD, & Erin McNamara Cullen of South East Technological University led the research.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
We've just launched a new Research Report on: "Motivations and Pathways in Higher Education Language Learning: Evidence to Inform the Next Phase of Languages Connect" at the Trinity Long Room Hub on Friday, 2 October 2026. Read the full report @tcddublin.bsky.social 👇 doi.org/10.25546/113...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
It's a bold step toward making Language Learning more inclusive, supporting language-learning accessibility and Irish-medium education. Read the RTÉ report for the full story www.rte.ie/news/ireland... #LanguageLearning #LanguageTeaching #Gaeilge #IrishLanguage
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Linguistics, language technology & inclusive education come together to remove barriers to communication! Researchers at @tcddublin.bsky.social's ABAIR.ie initiative have developed Géabaire, a new Irish-language communication tool for autistic children who are non-speaking / have limited speech.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Ireland’s first feature film in #IrishSignLanguage premieres ToONIGHT at 9.30pm on TG4: An Grá Ciúin (A Quiet Love). Please tune in if you can! 3 Deaf couples share their love stories: a romance that crossed a religious divide
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Our 1-day workshop explores the intersections between dialectical materialism & philological practice, with attention to the work/legacy of Sebastiano Timpanaro. 📆 15 Oct | 9.30– 5.30pm 📍Neill Lecture Theatre, Trinity Long Room Hub @tcddublin.bsky.social Register👇 www.eventbrite.ie/e/materialis...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Linguistics Research Seminar series programme is now available! It is a Department of Linguistics event organised by Prof. Valentina Colasanti. 📆 We’ll meet on Tuesdays - 16:00-17:30, 📍 TRiSS seminar room (Arts Building). Trinity College Dublin Find the programme👇 www.tcd.ie/slscs/resear...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
"What can focus association tell us about the syntax of silence? Our next Linguistics Research Seminar explores this topic with speaker Ka-Fai Yip. Join us on 📆 29 Sept | 4 – 5.30pm 📍 TRiSS Seminar Room, Arts Building, @tcddublin.bsky.social More Event info at www.tcd.ie/Asian/events...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The Trinity Centre for Asian Studies remembers Prof. Jerusha McCormack on the 1st anniversary of her passing, joining colleagues & friends at Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) in commemorating her life and academic legacy. She was a distinguished scholar and a generous friend of TCAS. 1/3 🧵
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Our upcoming Webinar Series returns this October, Take this short survey to help us understand what you find useful & how we can make the webinar series more relevant/valuable. Take the 1-min survey here👇 forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon... October webinar programme👇 www.tcd.ie/slscs/depart...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The @tcddublin.bsky.social centre for #Asianstudies is delighted Earl Mok (莫尔), an alumna of the M.Phil. in Chinese Studies, has been awarded a full scholarship to pursue her PhD in Chinese Language and Literature at Nanjing University, China.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
We are now inviting applications for its 2026–27 Evening Language Courses. It's open to the public! 1st-come, 1st-served Course details, schedules, fees and how to apply👇 www.tcd.ie/slscs/evenin...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
"Russo-Chinese Relations in a Time of War" with Richard Sakwa Explore the evolution of Russo-Chinese relations from post-Cold War reconciliation to today's strategic alignment. 📆 3 Sept, 4.30-5.30pm 📍2041B Uí Chadhain Theatre, Arts Building @tcddublin.bsky.social Book👇 www.tcd.ie/Asian/events...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Call for Expressions of Interest: Adjunct Irish Language Teacher (2026–27). The Department of Linguistics @tcddublin.bsky.social is seeking expressions of interest from qualified Irish language teachers to deliver optional modules for the 2026–27 academic year. 📧 Send your details to wangh11@tcd.ie
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Drawing on survey and interview data from students and educators across Trinity College Dublin and South East Technological University, the report explores motivations, participation pathways, and experiences of language learning in Irish higher education.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
The project was commissioned by Post-Primary Languages Ireland (PPLI) on behalf of the Department of Education and Youth. The research was led by Hongfei Wang (Trinity College Dublin), Rowland Anthony Imperial (Trinity College Dublin) and Erin McNamara Cullen (South East Technological University).
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
The School of Linguistic, Speech & Communication Sciences, @tcddublin.bsky.social has published the research report: "Motivations and Pathways in Higher Education Language Learning: Evidence to Inform the Next Phase of Languages Connect" available via the TARA Repository. doi.org/10.25546/113...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
On Tuesday, 23 June, @tcddublin.bsky.social welcomed a senior delegation from Yulin City, Shaanxi Province, China, led by Mr Ma Yuefeng, Mayor of Yulin City. They were here to explore opportunities for international cooperation in higher education, innovation, and sustainable development.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Why Does Anthropology Need Linguistics in the 21st Century? Our Summer School for Ancient Trans-Himalayan Languages opens with Prof. Nicholas Harkness, #HarvardUniversity. 📍 Arts Building, @tcddublin.bsky.social 📅 14 Jun | 4.30pm www.tcd.ie/Asian/events...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Ireland is pleased to invite participants to the Quiz on Korea 2026 – Ireland Preliminary, a nationwide competition celebrating Korean culture, language, history, food, K-pop, K-dramas, and traditions. Event Details in the thread👇
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
We've just received a Major Book Donation from Professor Lai Guolong! On May 20th, TCAS received a remarkable donation of >1,000 books, delivered in 60 boxes shipped from Florida. Sent by Professor Lai Guolong of Westlake University, China! The 3rd major book donation received & the largest so far.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Our TCAS Book Talk Series continues with "Denial, Deterrence, and Disenchantment: Why Many Do Not Immigrate" Speaker: Jacob Thomas 📍 LTEE2 Lecture Theatre (Science 1st Call), B/04 (A), Hamilton East End, @tcddublin.bsky.social 📅 12 June | 3.30–4.30pm 🎟 Book👇 www.eventbrite.ie/e/denial-det...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
We were delighted to welcome students from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan, for a short campus visit focused on languages, linguistics & language-learning opportunities @tcddublin.bsky.social !
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
On 8 May 2026, we hosted an engaging talk, “Cross Strait Relations - Taiwan and China: Status Quo or Conflict,” delivered by former Ambassador Kevin Magee. Following the lecture, our honorary guests, including former diplomats & professors, continued conversations at the Trinity Senior Common Room
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
🎉 Congratulations! Dr Lijing Peng has successfully secured CHARM-EU funding and @tcddublin.bsky.social Dublin Event Funding to support the second Summer School for Ancient Trans-Himalayan Languages (SSATH). Learn more about our Summer School that's open to all! www.tcd.ie/.../historic...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
You are cordially invited to a special in-person conversation with David Little, 1 of the most influential figures in applied linguistics & language education. 📍 Thomas Davis Theatre, Arts Building, @tcddublin.bsky.social 📅 17 Apr | 11.30am–12.30pm 🎟️ Register here www.eventbrite.ie/e/a-conversa...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Lo-Rig Project Updates! The Trinity Centre for Asian Studies & colleagues in the School of Linguistic, Speech & Communication Sciences invite you to explore their newly developed website for our Lo-Rig project. Explore our @tcddublin.bsky.social project & updates! lorig-research.github.io/updates/
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
#ThrowbackThursday Prof. Nathan Hill Delivered his Inaugural Lecture On 11 Feb, the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences @tcddublin.bsky.social celebrated the Inaugural Lecture of Nathan Hill, Prof. in Chinese Studies, Director of the Trinity Centre for Asian Studies, & Head of our School!
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
We invite you to a new Public lecture: "Irish English in the Oxford English Dictionary" with Dr. Danica Salazar Exec.Editor for World Englishes, Oxford University Press 🗓️ 12 Mar | 2-13:30pm 📍 LTEE 2, Hamilton Building East End, @tcddublin.bsky.social Register at www.eventbrite.ie/e/irish-engl...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
#ThursdayThrowback to scholarly exchange for the @tcddublin.bsky.social Centre for Asian Studies. Earlier this year, Tim Bodt, our Associate Professor, delivered 2 special inhouse lectures at the Arunachal Institute of Tribal Studies, Rajiv Gandhi University. Learn more 👇 www.tcd.ie/Asian/news/L...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Our Summer School for Ancient Trans-Himalayan Languages (SSATH 2026) returns to Dublin this June, hosted by @tcddublin.bsky.social Centre for Asian Studies. 📅 15–27 June Open to all levels International instructors | Interdisciplinary focus Applications now open. Info at www.tcd.ie/.../historic...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
We were delighted to host 'The Art of Japanese Poetry: From Ancient Waka to Modern Tanka', a talk by Peter MacMillan on Wed, 21st Jan @tcddublin.bsky.social. Drawing on a millennium of poetic tradition, Peter guided us through the evolution of waka & tanka. More events at www.tcd.ie/Asian/events...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
On Tuesday, 13 January 2026, the Trinity Centre for Asian Studies (TCAS) welcomed a delegation from the Centre for Scientific Research and Development in Higher Education Institutes (CSRD) of the Ministry of Education, P.R. China, to Trinity College Dublin.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Our Linguistics Research Seminar series (LRS) continues with a talk on "Incorporating ASR into Language Documentation Workflows" 🎙 Speaker: Rolando Coto-Solano 🗓 Tuesday, 10 February | 16:00–17:30 📍 TRiSS Seminar Room, Arts Building, @tcddublin.bsky.social Info at www.tcd.ie/Asian/events...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
The Linguistics Research Seminar (LRS) series returns this Hilary Term with a strong line-up of speakers spanning Trinity, Ireland, and international institutions. 📍 TRiSS Seminar Room, Arts Building 🗓 Tuesdays | 16:00–17:30 🔗 Full seminar details: www.tcd.ie/slscs/resear...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
As we enter the new year, we remain committed to supporting excellence in research and education, fostering collaboration across disciplines and communities, and contributing meaningfully to public understanding in our fields. We wish you all a fulfilling, healthy, and inspiring year ahead in 2026!
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
We are pleased to invite colleagues, partners, and members of the wider academic and policy community to the in-person launch of "LIFELANGS – the Living Observatory of Shared Languages & Identities." 🗓️ 8 Jan | 4pm 📍 Alex Hotel, Dublin 2 We invite you to register in advance at www.lifelangs.com
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
The @tcddublin.bsky.social Trinity Centre for Asian Studies invites applications for the Khyentse Visiting Research Fellowship in Buddhist Studies, a new 2yr postdoctoral fellowship designed to support early-career scholars working in Buddhist Studies. More info at www.tcd.ie/slscs/recrui...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
We're pleased to invite colleagues, students & members of our wider academic community to a special book talk! "Manifesting the Future: Yoshuku (予祝) & the Role of Ancient Japanese Wisdom in Modern Life" 📅 22 Jan | 6.30–7.30pm 📍 Neill Lecture Theatre, Trinity Long Room Hub, @tcddublin.bsky.social
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
We're HIRING! A Research Fellow in Cantonese Teaching & Learning! The Trinity Centre for Asian Studies is pleased to invite applications for a new Research Fellow in Cantonese Teaching & Learning, supporting a major strategic initiative at @tcddublin.bsky.social Info at www.tcd.ie/slscs/recrui...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
The Trinity Centre for Asian Studies is delighted to host Peter MacMillan for his lecture: “The Art of Japanese Poetry: From Ancient Waka to Modern Tanka” 📅 JAN 21 | 5–6:30pm 📍 C6.002, TRiSS Seminar Room Arts Building This talk traces Japanese poetic evolution from classical waka to modern tanka.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
On 29 Nov 2025, Jinqi Ying, PhD candidate supervised by Prof. Nathan Hill, presented her paper “Distinguishing ‘熊’ and ‘能’” at the international academic conference “Chinese Classical Studies: Methods and Practice in the Study of Old Chinese Phonology through Paleography,” held at Fudan University.
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
We've just celebrated our new Master’s graduates on 27 Nov 2025 from Chinese Studies, Clinical Speech & Language Studies & English Language Teaching @tcddublin.bsky.social ! Congrats to all our graduates on this milestone—wishing you every success in your academic and professional journeys ahead. 🎓
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
The Trinity Centre for Asian Studies was pleased to welcome a delegation from the National Institute for International Education (NIIED), Ministry of Education, Republic of Korea, for a full-day visit @tcddublin.bsky.social on NOV 28. Prof Nathan Hill, Head of School & TCAS colleagues hosted them!
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
We're hiring! We are seeking highly motivated applicants who are genuinely interested in the research and goals of the European Research Council-funded project “Lo-Rig”. Find more Information here: www.tcd.ie/media/tcd/sl... Closing date October 31,
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
We’re Hiring! 2 New Postdoctoral Research Fellow Positions @tcddublin.bsky.social School of Linguistic, Speech and Communication! 🔹 Research Fellows – LIFELANGS Project 🔹 Research Fellow in Computational Linguistics – ERC “Lo-Rig” Project Job specs here www.tcd.ie/slscs/recrui...
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Trinity College Dublin School of Linguistics @tcdslscs.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
We’re proud to share that Trinity, in partnership with Queen's University Belfas , has secured €3.7 million from the North-South Research Programme to create the Living Observatory of Shared Languages and Identities (LIFELANGS). Info at www.tcd.ie/news_events/...
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