...Our Mother Language Day (21st February) UNESCO's declaration of 21st February as the International Mother Language Day has brought fresh glory and prestige to Bangladesh which is making significant strides towards peace, progress and prosperity at home and discharging international obligations abroad. After 1952, the people of Bangladesh have been observing every year the 21st day of February as their glorious and unforgettable Language Martyrs Day. What happened on 21st February 1952 is widely known. Still let us very briefly recount the fateful happenings of that day and the circumstances that led to and followed them. In August 1947, a new state called Pakistan, comprising two far-flung wings in the west and east, separated by 1600 kilometers of foreign territory, emerged on the world map. The ideological basis of that strange phenomenon was the absurd and pernicious two nation theory of Mr. Jinnah that ignored such basic elements as language and culture and considered religion as a bond strong and sufficient enough to transform a people into a nation. The language of the people of eastern wing of Pakistan, and they were the majority, was Bangla. It had a rich tradition of literature of over a thousand years. The Bangalees also had a highly developed culture that had little in common with the culture of the people of western wing of Pakistan. The Bangalees love for and attachment to their language and culture were great and when in 1952 the neo-colonial, power-hungry...
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...Class Name:Vermont International Education and Foreign Languages as crucial elements of education Have you noticed that foreign languages can be seen and heard here and there ?Indeed, currently, a number of people are learning a foreign language to not only improve themselves but also attempt to acclimatize themselves to a new environment. Thus, learning foreign languages and absorbing international education is of vital importance. English has always been children’s friend.For me, when I was a baby,my parents and other relatives taught me some simple words, such as apple, banana, mother, pen, and so on. They said the word and I found out which picture could replace the word. Day by day, I welcomed English and it became my sweetheart. Actually, besides me, plenty of children had a meaningful childhood with the accompaniment of English, which has something to do with schools’ measures. In China, there must be foreign language courses at school. Nowadays, more and more bilingual schools which set two different language courses have been set up. Moreover, there even have been at least 3 universities that provide international education and in which all the courses are shown in English. Anyway, schools play an essential part in propagating international education and foreign languages. At the same time, a great mass of graduated students choose to go abroad for further study, because of the significant influence of some united international colleges and the current...
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...language as a resource of internal and international activity of “nations without states”. bulat n. khalitov, kazan state power engineering university, kazan, russia The issues of language and language policy have become the objects of interest of different branches of political theory nowadays. From one side the basic reason for this is the fact that language can play an important role (either positive or negative) in the context of different political processes developing in the world and also in the context of a growing number of confrontations and conflicts, which often have linguistic diversity at their basis. From the other side, the development of political theory within the framework of general “linguistic turn” that influenced almost all social sciences leads to the studying of language policy aspects. In modern world linguistic diversity and other language issues have turned into a significant basis of contradictions that influence stability of different societies. In Western Europe we can distinguish several types of unsolved problems which have to do with language. Diachronically the most important and most severe are conflicts between the dominant language group and various linguistic minorities historically rooted in some areas within the state borders. As an example we can name linguistic conflicts in Belgium (Flanders), Spain (Catalonia and Basque country), Italy (South Tirol), Switzerland (french- and italian-speaking cantons). ...
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...rnlr vul. 46. 2006/1. pp. 85-107 William P. Wan/Amy J. Hillman mir Mo_", International Review © Gabler Verlag 2006 One of These Things is not Like the Others: What Contributes to Dissimilarity among MNE Subsidiaries' Political Strategy? Abstract • We study why multinational enterprise (MNE) subsidiaries adopt dissimilar politic'll strategies. and seek to advance the understanding of international political strategy from an MNE parent-subsidiary perspective. • Drawing on the MNE parent-subsidiary literature. we contend factors at the subsidiary. corporate. and host country levels contribute to subsidiary political strategy dissimilarity. We test our hypotheses with a sample of U.S. MNE subsidiaries within Western Europe. Key Results • The results demonstrate that dissimilarity in MNE subsidiary political strategy is attributed to a combination of subsidiary. corponlte. and host country factors. Authors William P. Wan. Associate Professor of Management. Departillent of Global Business. Thunderbird. The Garvin School of lmernalional Managcment, Glcndale. Arizona. USA. Amy J. Hillman. Associate Professor and Dean's Council of 100 Scholar. Departmcnt of ManagemCIlt. W.P. Carey School of Busilless. Arizona State University. Tempe. Arizona. USA. Manuscript receivcd July 2004. final rcvision rcceived Septcmber 2005. mlr vol. 46. 200611 85 William P. Wan/Amy J. Hillman Introduction Multinational enterprises (MNEs). defined as those corporations that "engage...
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...INTERNATIONAL DOCTORAL STUDY ADMISSION APPLICATION PROCESS Application submitted via eVision Internationa Office send to department for approval Returned to International Office and processed Returned incomplete, sent back to department Emailed to GRS for approval at the weekly GRC meeting Candidate awaits outcome of Scholarship application Doctoral office emails result to the International Office who then update eVision Candidate accepts offer in eVision International Office emails confirmation of start date to GRS Awarded Declined Candidate Declines offer of place via eVision Doctoral Office processes enrolment Candidate completes declaration in eVision FINISHED! Updated 19 December 2014 INTERNATIONAL DOCTORAL STUDY ADMISSION APPLICATION PROCESS DEFINITION: International candidate = First year, never studied at the University of Otago before. Candidate makes application (Candidate has already received unofficial approval from the primary supervisor and their department before beginning the process) Candidate contacts the International Office and applies via eVision and the application goes to the International Office portal. Application is sent to the department for approval/signing by the following people; Primary supervisor, HOD primary department (if applicable), Dean (if applicable), PVC delegate for the Division If there are co-supervisors in any other departments it then goes to the following people within...
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...An invitation-only summit for individual and family philanthropists to convene and discuss their giving in an intimate, non-solicitation environment. EVENT CHAIR: Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen FACULTY ADVISOR: Paul Brest Wednesday, September 30, 2015 Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center | Stanford University Please join us Wednesday, September 30th for the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society's PHILANTHROPY INNOVATION SUMMIT. Come be inspired by information and insights that can only be learned at this event. You will leave with new and actionable ideas and skills to help you as you think about your philanthropy moving forward in topic areas including: - Seeding Innovation in Philanthropy - Nexus of Design Thinking and Strategic Philanthropy - Philanthropreneurship - Philanthropic Investment for Scientific Advancement Your time will be divided between intimate “deep dive” sessions, panel discussions and armchair interviews, as well as visionary speakers and an inspiring dinner keynote to close the program - all hosted on Stanford's beautiful campus. There will be ample time for peer-to-peer discussion and networking during breaks and over meals and cocktails. Read on for a list of our incredible lineup of speakers. CLICK HERE or visit pacscenter.stanford.edu/innovationsummit to RSVP using the word impact CONTACT INFORMATION Karen Lindblom, Associate Director of Stanford PACS | klindblom@stanford.edu | (650) 724-2654 HOST COMMITTEE Simone...
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...Interlingue Occidental does not contain invented words, but has a natural appearance. So, the first desideratum is naturalness, and this implies that the language must be based on the thousands of international words already in existence. Interlingue Occidental has incorporated, practically as they stand, the many words that are common property of a number of different languages. It has been calculated that 38% of the words in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and German are the same. This yields more than 10,000 words which can be understood at sight by most literate peoples. The early authors of an international language, unable to embody these words in a simple system, either deformed them out of all recognition, or largely rejected them. But the problem was solved when Professor Edgar de Wahl, a scholar of Reval (Estonia), succeeded in regularising this international vocabulary. His solution, INTERLINGUE, or OCCIDENTAL, combines regularity with naturalness so ingeniously that we feel we are reading and writing an ethnical tongue. Here are a few of its words: avi-e bird avi-ar to fly avi-on aeroplane avi-ator avi-ation avi-atica naviga-r to navigate naviga-tion naviga-tor naviga-bil naviga-bil-ita circum-naviga-tion medi-e middle medi-ar to mediate medi-ation medi-ator medi-al medi-an, etc. PRONUNCIATION. Vowels: a, e, i, o, u = continental, all sounded; y (initial and medial) as in yes; ey (final) as in they; eu as éh-oo...
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...culture and language. One of the most important things which cause stress in student is money when starting the college, because they need to work and study at the same time to pay the University. In consequence the pressure of being a student in a foreign country can cause sicknesses. First the international students are feeling alone when they start the college, because they are separated from their families and friends. Is essential to meet a new people for practice the language, the pressure of being a student in a foreign country is they need to learn a new language to adapt a new culture and schedule of the country. At this point people who go to study out the country should save money. Moreover begin to study require capital for pay the university and buy the books. These produce a pressure of being a student in a foreign country. Also the student should find a site for live, they can sharing with a roommate and split the cost for save money. In addition get a good grade is fundamental to student, do his homework and pay attention in the class for get a good grade. By last the students need to have their high average for maintain their visa status as international student. This entails a pressure of being a student in a foreign country. They ought to get a good grade because you don’t belong to city, and anytime you can return your own country and end the dream that every students want. In conclusion international students they should adapt a changes to new language and behavior...
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...between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? © International Baccalaureate Organization 2008 1 50 Excellent Extended Essays What is the literary function of the dialogue between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? 2 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2008 50 Excellent Extended Essays What is the literary function of the dialogue between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? © International Baccalaureate Organization 2008 3 50 Excellent Extended Essays What is the literary function of the dialogue between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? 4 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2008 50 Excellent Extended Essays What is the literary function of the dialogue between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? © International Baccalaureate Organization 2008 5 50 Excellent Extended Essays What is the literary function of the dialogue between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? 6 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2008 50 Excellent Extended Essays What is the literary function of the dialogue between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? © International Baccalaureate Organization 2008 7 50 Excellent Extended Essays What is the literary function of the dialogue between language and nature in David Malouf’s An Imaginary Life? 8 © International Baccalaureate...
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...Relevant Literature Rawling, M. & Sue, E. Preparedness of Chinese students for American culture and communicating in English. * Focus groups with eight Chinese students studying in America to measure the expectations and perceived realities of their experiences. * Chinese students are unprepared for American culture and language by their classes in China. * When students experience or perceive discrimination as a result of their culture or limited English proficiency, they are less likely to engage with other members of the community. * More engagement and public efforts to address stereotyping and decrease discrimination. * Suggestion: addressing popular culture portrayals of Asians and Asian Americans * “Students may feel uncertain about how to respond to or conduct themselves in various situations, causing them to feel inadequate, misunderstood, and dejected” (Rawling & Sue, p. 31). * Suggestion: Mentorship or “buddy” program – pairing American students with Chinese students to give them a resource in navigating cultural situations. * International students feel more homesick, but students that interact with others at their host institution feel less homesick. * Zhang & Xu (2007) reported that Chinese students were not accustomed to receiving syllabi for courses and did not utilize them to gain important course information. * Suggestion: Stress importance of reading syllabi and asking questions, possibly...
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...services and technologies. Highly organized and able to work independently while managing multiple projects, and prioritizing work assignments. Strengths include: International Business Development Global Strategic Partnerships Marketing Planning & Analysis Financial Planning/Feasibility Analysis Import/Export Promotion Market Identification and Development Government Contract and Proposal Consulting Multilingual English/Russian/Chinese/Spanish PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Director: Thailand Business Information Center, Nov. 2013-Present Royal Thai Consulate-General in Guangzhou Assistant Director: Thailand Business Information Center, Aug. 2011-Nov.2013 Royal Thai Consulate-General in Shanghai Provide advice for trade and investment opportunity Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Anhui to Thai and Chinese clients. Including China ASEAN Free Trade Agreement, Investing circumstances, market environments and macroeconomic situation. Besides, Work and share our information closely with related organization both ASEAN and China to promote business cooperation between ASEAN and China under the Framework of China-ASEAN FTA. Business advisor and consultant: Ministry of Commerce: Royal Thai Government, Bangkok, Thailand Oct. 2008 – Sept. 2010 Department of Export Promotion (DEP), International Business...
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...Global Issue | Challenge (Yes or No) | Why is it a challenge | Cultural challenges | YES | Different countries vary * Tastes * Gestures * Treatment of people * Ethical issuesThis difference can significantly affect individuals and organizations involved in global trade. | Language challenges | YES | * International parties must agree on common language * Data not transmittable internationally because information must be translated; computers still cannot accurately translate on the fly * English considered de facto international language * Many countries require accounting systems to be in the local language | Time and distance challenges | YES | * Crafting policies that work for employees, customers, and IS for all time zones * Time stamping | Infrastructure challenges | YES | High-quality electricity and water might not be available in certain parts of the world. * Telephone services * Internet connections * skilled employeesmight be expensive or not readily available. | Currency challenges | YES | The value of different currencies can vary significantly over time, making international trade more difficult and complex | Product and service challenges | YES | Traditional products that are physical or tangible, such as a car or bicycle, can be difficult to deliver to the global market. However, electronic products (e-products) and electronic services (e-services) can be delivered to customers electronically, over the phone, networks...
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...complex, countries will find themselves richer but more vulnerable to foreign disturbances, and this vulnerability increasingly will move the issues surrounding international trade and finance into the political arena. Trade is increasingly global in scope today. There are several reasons for this. One significant reason is technological—because of improved transportation and communication opportunities today, trade is now more practical. Thus, consumers and businesses now have access to the very best products from many different countries. Increasingly rapid technology lifecycles also increases the competition among countries as to who can produce the newest in technology. Culture reflects the human aspect of a person's environment; it consists of beliefs, morals, customs, and habits learned from others. These culture elements send direct and indirect messages to consumers regarding the selection of goods and services that brings the reason that marketers must understand the culture, especially in an international environment. Language is a key component of culture because most of a socienty's culture finds its way into the spoken language. Knowing the language of a society can become the key to understanding its culture. Global marketing communications are heavily affected by the existence of different languages. Religion's impact on global marketing becomes more apparent when the observer compares one religion to another. Developing an intial awareness of the impact...
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...Globalisation is the process of communication and unification among companies, governments and the people of different nations. Globalisation is driven by international trade and investment and it is supported by the increased use of technology which is recent years has been greatly improved. Globalisation has a great effect of the environment, on political systems and economic development around the world. There are four types of globalisation, (1) technological, (2) economic, (3) political and (4) cultural. Technological globalisation is the spread of technology and the link that it creates between states in terms of how it has improved in recent years. Communication between states has improved greatly due to the advancing nature of technology and it has become a growing bridge between countries. Companies such as Apple, Google and Microsoft that began in the USA are now used worldwide, they have improved greatly due to their increased usage around the world. In terms of technological globalization the USA comes out on top, with UK and China coming in behind it. There is competition between these states in terms of technology which benefits the economy significantly. Economic globalisation is the emergence of the global market and the expansion of free trade. Economic globalisation contributes to the growth of an international trading system linking finance, production, distribution and the consumption of goods and services on a global basis. Economic globalisation has many...
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...the east, and Malaysia on the south. The official language of Thailand is the Thai language, but the languages spoken in Thailand include Thai, English, and various minority tongues. The population of Thailand is estimated at 67,400,746 in 2015. Life expectancy at birth: total population: 74.18 years male: 71 years female: 77.54 years. Compare to U.S. expectancy in 2011 was 78.7 years, which is slightly below the OECD average of 80.1. For U.S. men, the average life expectancy is 76, while it's 81 for U.S. women. Thailand literacy age 15 and over can read and write total population: 93.5%, male: 95.6%, and female: 91.5%. Thailand's climate is tropical with a mean annual temperature of 82°F and high humidity. There are three distinct seasons – the hot season from March to May, the cool season from November to February and the rainy season from about June to October. Most Populated and Main Cities In Thailand: City Population Bangkok 5,104,476 Samut Prakan 388,920 Mueang Nonthaburi 291,555 Udon Thani 247,231 Ports under the governance of PAT include those of Chieng Saen, Chieng Khong, as well as the Bangkok Coastal and Barge Domestic Terminal: Port of Laem Chabang: Laem Chabang is in eastern Thailand, on the and is the country's main deep sea port. It consists of several separate ports, and occupies 2,572 acres (10.41 km2). Thailand has a number of airports that service both domestic and international air traffic, as well as many more that only serve domestic...
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