Linguistic rights in canada and new brunswickFiontar, DCUProfessor Michel Doucet of the University of Moncton, New Brunswick will give a public lecture titled "Linguistic Rights in Canada and New Brunswick: the quest for substantive equality" at King's Inns in Dublin, Ireland on Thursday April 9, 2015 at 6:00pm. The lecture is organized by Fiontar at Dublin City University and the Honorable Society of King's Inns and will discuss linguistic rights and the pursuit of true equality under the law in Canada and New Brunswick.
Linguistic rights an imperative for indigenous language development towards r...Alexander DeckerThis document discusses linguistic rights for indigenous populations and their importance for rural development and entrepreneurship. It argues that indigenous peoples have been denied access to education, governance, and economic opportunities because official languages have been imposed on them without their consent. Recognizing linguistic rights and providing education in indigenous languages can help harness talents, skills, and knowledge in rural communities to support national growth. The document calls for capacity building for educators to teach adult literacy and entrepreneurial skills in indigenous Nigerian languages, to better utilize the untapped potential in rural areas and promote sustainable development.
Linguistic Rights in Eastern Partnership countriesKonstantin YakovlevThis document summarizes linguistic data from 6 Eastern Partnership countries - Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine. For each country it provides information on the ethnic composition according to recent census data, the languages used by ethnic groups, and details on whether they have signed the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. The primary languages in most countries are Armenian, Azeri, Belarusian, Georgian, Moldovan/Romanian, and Ukrainian, but Russian is also widely used in some.
linguistic states problems and perspectivesHemant GaikwadThe document discusses India's policy of creating linguistic states after independence to promote diversity and autonomy. It provides historical context starting from the Bengal Partition Resolution of 1905 up to the States Reorganisation Commission of 1955 which redrew state boundaries along linguistic lines. While linguistic states aimed to minimize conflict, they also led to issues like regionalism, tensions over resources, and demands for newer states. The creation of states based primarily on language was a pragmatic solution but not perfect, as demands for states like Telangana and Vidarbha show language alone cannot address all complexities.
A Right to Our Voice: Linguistic Human Rights and Peace EducationCheryl WoelkThe document discusses linguistic human rights (LHR), emphasizing their importance in education and social contexts, particularly regarding language use in public and private spheres. It addresses issues of linguistic oppression, the role of language in identity and power dynamics, and the significance of fostering multilingual and multicultural communication for peacebuilding. Additionally, it suggests analyzing educational settings for evidence of LHR and provides resources for further exploration in classrooms.
Introduction to linguistics pptzouhirgabsiThis document provides an introduction to the study of linguistics. It defines language as a system of symbols used for communication that is learned through cultural transmission rather than instinct. Experts define language as a human method of communicating ideas through a voluntary system of symbols. Key characteristics of human language include interchangeability, productivity, and cultural transmission. Linguistics is the scientific study of language, including areas like phonetics, phonology, morphology, and syntax.
Lightning Talk #9: How UX and Data Storytelling Can Shape Policy by Mika Aldabaux singaporeThe document discusses how UX and data storytelling can influence policy-making in the Philippines, highlighting the importance of design in processing and visualizing data. It includes case studies on road safety and budget tracking, emphasizing the need for user-centered design and effective communication of data. The key takeaway is that data visualization is not just about aesthetics but also about making information accessible and emotionally resonant.
Succession “Losers”: What Happens to Executives Passed Over for the CEO Job? Stanford GSB Corporate Governance Research InitiativeThis document summarizes a study of CEO succession events among the largest 100 U.S. corporations between 2005-2015. The study analyzed executives who were passed over for the CEO role ("succession losers") and their subsequent careers. It found that 74% of passed over executives left their companies, with 30% eventually becoming CEOs elsewhere. However, companies led by succession losers saw average stock price declines of 13% over 3 years, compared to gains for companies whose CEO selections remained unchanged. The findings suggest that boards generally identify the most qualified CEO candidates, though differences between internal and external hires complicate comparisons.
Míonna na blianaFiontar, DCUThis document lists the months of the year in Irish (Gaelic) along with how to refer to each month in conversation. It provides the Irish names for the months from January to December, followed by "mí" and the name of the month, to indicate referring to "the month of" that name in Irish.
Derek o'Brien, BA Gaeilge agus IriseoireachtFiontar, DCUDerek O'Brien reminisces about his time studying BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht at DCU. He recalls being warned that these would be the best years of his life. At first, he struggled with missing friends and adjusting to different Irish dialects. However, he grew to understand and enjoy the course. Derek became involved with the student newspaper, first as Irish Assistant Editor and then Editor. He considers his time as Editor the highlight of his university experience. Derek credits opportunities through Fiontar, societies, and the student newspaper with providing memories and experiences that will stay with him forever.
Liam redmond, BA Gnó agus GaeilgeFiontar, DCULiam Redmond chose to study the BA Gnó agus Gaeilge (Business and Irish) course at Fiontar, DCU because he enjoyed business and Irish in secondary school. He found Fiontar's small class sizes and varied module options appealing. Liam enjoyed his time at DCU and credits Fiontar for making his university experience thoroughly enjoyable. During his degree, Liam established HeadstARTS, an organization that brings people with intellectual disabilities together through arts classes. HeadstARTS has grown successfully with weekly classes in art, dance, and drama. Liam says the Enterprise Startup module in his final year of the BA Gnó agus Gaeilge course provided resources to
Katie Ní loinsigh Tell It StraightFiontar, DCUKatie Ní Loinsigh, a research student at Dublin City University, entered a communications competition for research students hosted by her university. The competition challenged participants to concisely present their research to a non-specialist audience. Katie's research focuses on compiling a database of old Irish language sayings based on the work of Fr. Peadar Ua Laoghaire. In the competition finals, Katie presented her research on old Irish sayings to a university audience alongside students from various fields. She was selected as the winner by the judges for effectively communicating the relevance of her research to the public in a clear manner.
Maria Ní shúilleabháinFiontar, DCUMaria Ní Shúilleabháin completed her MSc in Business and Information Technology in 2009. She is currently working as a Development Manager for the Make-A-Wish Foundation in New York, where she is responsible for fundraising and ensuring sufficient funding. She chose to do the MSc because she found the subjects interesting and thought it would help her career. She enjoyed the course and appreciated having the opportunity to meet people, learn new subjects, and develop her skills. She would recommend the course because there is no other like it in Ireland and the small class sizes allow for support from lecturers.
Doireann Mc combeFiontar, DCUDoireann McCombe graduated with an MSc in Business & Information Technology. She had previously studied Irish and Spanish, so the MSc was a change. The part-time program allowed her to continue working while earning her masters in the evenings and weekends. She enjoyed the small class size and diversity of experiences among her classmates. After completing the MSc, she got a job managing the Irish branch of a charity, where she was able to apply what she learned, like project management and finance. She wrote her thesis on using social media in the non-profit sector. The business focus of the MSc led her to her current job at Accenture helping organizations work more effectively through technology projects with various clients. The
Caoimhe ní laighinFiontar, DCUCaoimhe Ní Laighin completed an MSc in Business and Information Technology in 2004 from Fiontar, Dublin City University to develop her practical skills in computing, business, and research after finishing a BA in Journalism. She enjoyed researching multimedia and writing her master's thesis on Irish language media. After graduating, she worked as a freelance journalist and editor, and now works as an editor for Nuacht RTÉ/TG4. She believes the postgraduate course helped her career through the skills learned and contacts made.
Ronan ó dálaighFiontar, DCURonan Ó Dálaigh is currently completing an internship as part of his BA in Business and Irish degree at DCU. He chose this course because he values Irish culture and wanted a strong business degree. He enjoys the course's mix of Irish and business subjects, though would prefer more business content. He recommends the course for those interested in either Irish or business who want a friendly university atmosphere with strong friendships. Ronan has enjoyed university life at DCU, finding many opportunities through societies and clubs, and recommends visiting the campus to experience its vibrant community.
Emma mc mulanFiontar, DCUEmma McMullan studied the BA in Business and Irish at Dublin City University. She chose this course because she wanted to continue learning Irish after spending years studying in the Gaeltacht. For her internship, she worked with the American Ireland Fund in Boston where she helped with accounting, IT, communications, and event management. She organized sponsorship for events with 200-1,100 guests and traveled to locations in the US as part of her work. Through this experience, she learned the importance of time management, communication, and interpersonal skills in the workplace. She recommends that students consider doing an internship to improve work skills and develop their CV before starting their career.
Bileog bhéarlaFiontar, DCUThe document is a conference flyer for an International Conference on Language Rights taking place in Dublin, Ireland from May 23-25, 2013. The conference will bring together language commissioners from around the world, including representatives from Canada, Kosovo, Arctic communities, Wales, Finland, and Scotland, to discuss language rights and obligations, especially regarding languages under threat. Attendees will share best practices and lessons learned in order to evaluate policies regarding languages like Irish in both rural areas and nationwide.
Fiontar DCU, Shane CurranFiontar, DCUShane Curran graduated from the BA Irish and Journalism program at DCU. He chose this course because it was the first to offer this bilingual degree and emphasized practical skills and work experience. He enjoyed his time at DCU and found the lecturers to be experts who taught journalism as a career. He would recommend the course because students learn essential journalism skills and are supported in finding work opportunities. After graduating, he now works as a video journalist for Below the Radar in Belfast, producing documentaries for Irish broadcasters.
Úna Ming Caomhánach, graduate of Fiontar, DCUFiontar, DCUÚna-Minh Caomhánach graduated from Dublin City University's BA in Irish and Journalism program in 2012. She studied at the Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge Irish-language school and enjoyed learning Irish and gaining practical experience in writing, radio, and editing. After university, she pursued a career in journalism and now works as a journalist for worldirish.com, where she writes five stories per day about Irish people in Ireland and abroad and provides a daily Irish language "Term of the Day" for readers.
Claire Quigley, Graduate of Fiontar, DCUFiontar, DCUClaire Quigley graduated from Dublin City University in 2012 with a BA in Business and Irish. She is currently working for Vodafone Ireland through their graduate program. While in school, she enjoyed using her Irish language skills and learning about different aspects of business. She recommends the program because of her lecturer, Dr. Ciarán Mac an Bhaird. During her time in university, she met new people and enjoyed the social aspects of campus life.
Fiontar, DCU InformationFiontar, DCUFiontar was established in 1993 as an Irish language unit within Dublin City University (DCU) that provides undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research using Irish. It offers bachelor's degrees in Business and Irish, and Irish and Journalism, as well as master's degrees in Business and Information Technology and Irish Society and Language. Fiontar also provides opportunities for postgraduate research at the MA and PhD level in various topics related to Irish language development.
Míonna na blianaFiontar, DCUThis document lists the months of the year in Irish (Gaelic) along with how to refer to each month in conversation. It provides the Irish names for the months from January to December, followed by "mí" and the name of the month, to indicate referring to "the month of" that name in Irish.
Derek o'Brien, BA Gaeilge agus IriseoireachtFiontar, DCUDerek O'Brien reminisces about his time studying BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht at DCU. He recalls being warned that these would be the best years of his life. At first, he struggled with missing friends and adjusting to different Irish dialects. However, he grew to understand and enjoy the course. Derek became involved with the student newspaper, first as Irish Assistant Editor and then Editor. He considers his time as Editor the highlight of his university experience. Derek credits opportunities through Fiontar, societies, and the student newspaper with providing memories and experiences that will stay with him forever.
Liam redmond, BA Gnó agus GaeilgeFiontar, DCULiam Redmond chose to study the BA Gnó agus Gaeilge (Business and Irish) course at Fiontar, DCU because he enjoyed business and Irish in secondary school. He found Fiontar's small class sizes and varied module options appealing. Liam enjoyed his time at DCU and credits Fiontar for making his university experience thoroughly enjoyable. During his degree, Liam established HeadstARTS, an organization that brings people with intellectual disabilities together through arts classes. HeadstARTS has grown successfully with weekly classes in art, dance, and drama. Liam says the Enterprise Startup module in his final year of the BA Gnó agus Gaeilge course provided resources to
Katie Ní loinsigh Tell It StraightFiontar, DCUKatie Ní Loinsigh, a research student at Dublin City University, entered a communications competition for research students hosted by her university. The competition challenged participants to concisely present their research to a non-specialist audience. Katie's research focuses on compiling a database of old Irish language sayings based on the work of Fr. Peadar Ua Laoghaire. In the competition finals, Katie presented her research on old Irish sayings to a university audience alongside students from various fields. She was selected as the winner by the judges for effectively communicating the relevance of her research to the public in a clear manner.
Maria Ní shúilleabháinFiontar, DCUMaria Ní Shúilleabháin completed her MSc in Business and Information Technology in 2009. She is currently working as a Development Manager for the Make-A-Wish Foundation in New York, where she is responsible for fundraising and ensuring sufficient funding. She chose to do the MSc because she found the subjects interesting and thought it would help her career. She enjoyed the course and appreciated having the opportunity to meet people, learn new subjects, and develop her skills. She would recommend the course because there is no other like it in Ireland and the small class sizes allow for support from lecturers.
Doireann Mc combeFiontar, DCUDoireann McCombe graduated with an MSc in Business & Information Technology. She had previously studied Irish and Spanish, so the MSc was a change. The part-time program allowed her to continue working while earning her masters in the evenings and weekends. She enjoyed the small class size and diversity of experiences among her classmates. After completing the MSc, she got a job managing the Irish branch of a charity, where she was able to apply what she learned, like project management and finance. She wrote her thesis on using social media in the non-profit sector. The business focus of the MSc led her to her current job at Accenture helping organizations work more effectively through technology projects with various clients. The
Caoimhe ní laighinFiontar, DCUCaoimhe Ní Laighin completed an MSc in Business and Information Technology in 2004 from Fiontar, Dublin City University to develop her practical skills in computing, business, and research after finishing a BA in Journalism. She enjoyed researching multimedia and writing her master's thesis on Irish language media. After graduating, she worked as a freelance journalist and editor, and now works as an editor for Nuacht RTÉ/TG4. She believes the postgraduate course helped her career through the skills learned and contacts made.
Ronan ó dálaighFiontar, DCURonan Ó Dálaigh is currently completing an internship as part of his BA in Business and Irish degree at DCU. He chose this course because he values Irish culture and wanted a strong business degree. He enjoys the course's mix of Irish and business subjects, though would prefer more business content. He recommends the course for those interested in either Irish or business who want a friendly university atmosphere with strong friendships. Ronan has enjoyed university life at DCU, finding many opportunities through societies and clubs, and recommends visiting the campus to experience its vibrant community.
Emma mc mulanFiontar, DCUEmma McMullan studied the BA in Business and Irish at Dublin City University. She chose this course because she wanted to continue learning Irish after spending years studying in the Gaeltacht. For her internship, she worked with the American Ireland Fund in Boston where she helped with accounting, IT, communications, and event management. She organized sponsorship for events with 200-1,100 guests and traveled to locations in the US as part of her work. Through this experience, she learned the importance of time management, communication, and interpersonal skills in the workplace. She recommends that students consider doing an internship to improve work skills and develop their CV before starting their career.
Bileog bhéarlaFiontar, DCUThe document is a conference flyer for an International Conference on Language Rights taking place in Dublin, Ireland from May 23-25, 2013. The conference will bring together language commissioners from around the world, including representatives from Canada, Kosovo, Arctic communities, Wales, Finland, and Scotland, to discuss language rights and obligations, especially regarding languages under threat. Attendees will share best practices and lessons learned in order to evaluate policies regarding languages like Irish in both rural areas and nationwide.
Fiontar DCU, Shane CurranFiontar, DCUShane Curran graduated from the BA Irish and Journalism program at DCU. He chose this course because it was the first to offer this bilingual degree and emphasized practical skills and work experience. He enjoyed his time at DCU and found the lecturers to be experts who taught journalism as a career. He would recommend the course because students learn essential journalism skills and are supported in finding work opportunities. After graduating, he now works as a video journalist for Below the Radar in Belfast, producing documentaries for Irish broadcasters.
Úna Ming Caomhánach, graduate of Fiontar, DCUFiontar, DCUÚna-Minh Caomhánach graduated from Dublin City University's BA in Irish and Journalism program in 2012. She studied at the Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge Irish-language school and enjoyed learning Irish and gaining practical experience in writing, radio, and editing. After university, she pursued a career in journalism and now works as a journalist for worldirish.com, where she writes five stories per day about Irish people in Ireland and abroad and provides a daily Irish language "Term of the Day" for readers.
Claire Quigley, Graduate of Fiontar, DCUFiontar, DCUClaire Quigley graduated from Dublin City University in 2012 with a BA in Business and Irish. She is currently working for Vodafone Ireland through their graduate program. While in school, she enjoyed using her Irish language skills and learning about different aspects of business. She recommends the program because of her lecturer, Dr. Ciarán Mac an Bhaird. During her time in university, she met new people and enjoyed the social aspects of campus life.
Fiontar, DCU InformationFiontar, DCUFiontar was established in 1993 as an Irish language unit within Dublin City University (DCU) that provides undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research using Irish. It offers bachelor's degrees in Business and Irish, and Irish and Journalism, as well as master's degrees in Business and Information Technology and Irish Society and Language. Fiontar also provides opportunities for postgraduate research at the MA and PhD level in various topics related to Irish language development.
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