Curious about careers in translation and interpreting? In this panel discussion, individuals working in both of these industries will share about their career paths, explain what it takes to become a translator or interpreter, and discuss what it’s like to work in these fields. Bring your questions for the panelists!
This event is open both to students who study language, as well as any student who identifies as multilingual.
Attending Panelists
- Alexandra Wirth: Wisconsin Court Interpreter Program Manager, State of Wisconsin
- Anne Plesh: Regional Director of Language Services, SSM Health
- Daniel Wieber: Arabic to English Translator
- Delia Reszel: Translator/Interpreter, Interpreter’s Cooperative of Madison
Check back for updates on additional panelists!
We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for this event. Please contact Lydia Odegard at advisor@languageinstitute.wisc.edu to make a reasonable accommodation request.
Tuesday, February 6
4:30-6:00pm
1418 Van Hise Hall
In case of inclement winter weather, event will be held virtually; register for the event to stay updated on modality. Registration encouraged but not required.