Fiber arts workshop poster
Fiber arts workshop
German table Stammtisch
German table Stammtisch
KRAFTWERK band
Emily Goodling (Left), Mark Römisch (right) and two students (middle)
Wakana Maekawa(back row first on the right), Masami Ikeda (Left on the backrow agaist the wall) and their students
Spanish Language Lecturer Javier Barroso with his students
Arabic Language Lecturer Muna Bruce lower row the second from the left side, Music and Theater Arts Lecturer Garo Williams (top row middle) with student representative and event guests
First Prize winner Tamara Hinderman ’25, with Abby MacKenzie, MIT Germany (left) and Dagmar Jaeger, Senior Lecturer in German, Global Languages
Cia Armorial
Cathy Culot(left) and Eva Dessein (Next to Cathy) and students in Pause Cafe
SHASS Dean Agustín Rayo attended the Heritage event
SHASS Dean Agustín Rayo gave un opening speech at the Heritage Event
In June 2025, she presented “From Resistance to Embrace: A Framework for Understanding Technology Adoption in Language Education” with Per Urlaub at the APLIUT Congress in Colmar, France, contributing to international discussions on technology’s role in language teaching. Her ongoing telecollaborative project with ParisTech and ENAM continues to connect students in France and the U.S., facilitating multilingual interaction and intercultural learning for intermediate-level French learners.
Min-Min Liang presented “Curriculum Design for Chinese Heritage Language Beginning Level Course” as a (virtual) invited speaker in January for The Foundation for Scholarly Exchange (Fulbright Taiwan) organized by U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative. In April she presented at the 2024 Annual Chinese Language Teacher Association Conference in St. Louis: “Empowering Heritage Language Learners through Innovative Approach and Resource Development,” as well as, “Project Design for Chinese Heritage Language Beginners: A Chinese Tour guide.” In May she presented “Mapping the Terrain: Evaluating and Envisioning Chinese Language Textbooks for Chinese Heritage Learners in the U.S.” at 2nd Heritage Languages Around The World conference at UMass Amherst.
In April, he gave three talks:
“Lost in Translation: The Art and Craft of Translation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” at Colby College, Maine, exploring AI’s impact on translation pedagogy.
The co-delivered keynote “Is Liberal Arts Education Compatible with Generative AI?” (with Eva Dessein) at Colby College.
A remote presentation “Post-Disciplinary Teaching in the Age of AI” at Purdue University, Indiana, advocating for collaborative curriculum design.
In June, he presented “From Resistance to Embrace: A Framework for Understanding Technology Adoption in Language Education” (with Dessein) at the APLIUT Congress in Colmar, France. Later that month, he delivered “The MITHIC Language/AI Incubator” as an invited remote presentation to KAIST, South Korea, highlighting MIT’s interdisciplinary work in AI and language studies.
Though Gerald technically isn’t Emily’s cat (he belongs to her landlord), this fluffy charmer has claimed her Cambridgeport apartment as his second home. You’ll often find him lounging like a tiny, furry landlord himself—supervising from sunbeams and demanding occasional tribute in the form of pets.
Meet Fidalgo, the wise old beagle who just celebrated his 15th birthday! This sweet senior has spent over a decade being the best good boy—sniffing out snacks, howling at squirrels, and proving that age is just a number when you’re living your best beagle life.
Weiwei is the proud human of two feline siblings: Cosmo, the fierce black cat hunter who proudly brings “gifts” (sometimes too real for comfort), and Nebula, the tappy, snuffly sweetheart whose nasal noises make her an adorably ineffective predator. Together, they’re a perfect pair—one rules the backyard, the other rules the couch.
Meet Blixa, Eva and Per’s 9-year-old dachshund. Named after Blixa Bargeld, she sadly was never part of a Bad Seeds tour, but she enjoys a cushy life, with her two loyal butlers. Her favorite things include eggs, tomatoes, and the ding of the air fryer. Her little legs may be short, but she plays a mean game of ball when she is not too busy napping. Though politely reserved around other dogs, she wins humans over instantly, especially if there are treats!
Sumomo and Momota, a mother-and-son duo, are the mascot dogs of the dog grooming salon run by Wakana’s mother in Japan. Momota loves other dogs and quickly makes furry friends, while Sumomo, a people-and-snack lover, charms all the humans. Together, they make a great team. Last year, a cat named Kiki joined the family. Now the three of them line up, offer their best paws, and enjoy their meals—just like the adorable trio they are.
Kuma (“Bear in Japanese) is a 13 1/2-year-old yellow lab. As a puppy, he looked just like a teddy bear, and completely overturned Masami’s long-standing resistance to having a dog. After years of wildness and mischief, he now enjoys very slow walks and peaceful naps, and fills our empty nest with warmth and the occasional loud snore.
We all know Dorothy from her brief time “working” with Paula in HQ. Dorothy will be turning 10 in August and has now fully retired. She spends her days watching over the garden and napping in the air-conditioning. She misses seeing everyone but is happy to avoid the commute.
Born before the original iPhone and adopted in 2012, Lulu has lived through much of modern history and now prefers to sleep all day in one of five specific locations throughout Joe’s home. When awake, she purrs loudly and meows a response when welcomed into the room. She has a fondness for human whistling, spiderwebs, attempting to climb onto the roof, eating, and reminding humans to go to bed. Formerly a fan of chasing down televised tennis balls, laser pointers, and the birds she saw through the windows, Lulu now moves at a leisurely pace but has begun to tolerate belly rubs!
Rescued from tough beginnings—Buddy from a Texas breeder’s cage and Zeze from a hoarder’s chaotic home—these chihuahua mixes now thrive under Javier and Erinn’s care. Tiny but mighty 5-year-old Buddy, once timid with weak legs from confinement, has blossomed into a beach-loving treat enthusiast, while 9-year-old Zeze, the smartest (and most overprotective) pup in the house, traded her wild ways for endless family cuddles (though she still side-eyes strangers). Together, they’re proof that love and patience can rewrite even the hardest pasts.
Bobo is a 13-year-old Goldendoodle with a wagging tail, a soft smile, and a heart full of charm. Adopted at age 4, he’s been spreading joy ever since — greeting every person and pup with kindness and curiosity. On his walks, he’s always busy sniffing the world and has a soft spot for French fries, cucumbers, and the occasional banana. Whether bravely facing a black bear on a forest trail in NE or meeting his sarcoma journey with quiet strength, Bobo’s spirit never wavers. It’s no exaggeration to say his gentle courage and steady joy have been truly inspiring. Even now, he hasn’t lost the sparkle in his eyes — or his playful energy that never fades.