Fall 2026
Language Scholars bring language and culture to life at Reed by supporting classes, leading conversation hours, and organizing cultural events. Through these activities, they create opportunities for students to practice their language skills and connect with cultures beyond the classroom.
Special events
Arabic Language Scholar Events
Morocco on screen
- October 1st, 7 pm
- Location: Spanish House
- Join us for a cozy Moroccan Movie Night! 🇲🇦🎬
Discover Morocco through cinema, culture, and storytelling while enjoying traditional Moroccan tea and snacks. Come for the film, stay for the conversation! 
Chinese Language Scholar Events
- Friday, October 2, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- Location: SU (Student Union)
- We will serve mooncakes, tsukimi dango, and drinks. There will also be board games and mahjong for everyone to enjoy.
- Sponsors: Chinese Department, International Student Club, International Student Services, Office for Student Engagement
Chinese Dumpling Making (Vegan & Meat Options)
- October 6, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Chinese House
- We are excited to invite you to our weekly Conversation Time. This week’s theme is Chinese dumpling making, one of the most traditional and fun Chinese food cultures. We will prepare both meat and fully vegetarian fillings, so the event is vegan-friendly and suitable for all dietary needs. During the activity, participants will learn common Chinese nouns and verbs related to cooking and dumpling-making, while practicing spoken Chinese in a relaxed atmosphere. No experience is needed — we will teach you every step from wrapping to folding! Come join us for delicious food, casual conversation, and cultural learning. All Chinese levels welcome.
French Language Scholars Events
Pause Café
- Upcoming dates:
- October 1st, 8:00 PM
- October 6th, 8:00 PM
- October 15th, 8:00 PM
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October 27th, 8:00 PM
- Location: French House
- Take a little break and join us at the French House for a cozy moment of conversation, snacks, and good company! Whether you speak French or are simply curious about French culture, everyone is welcome. Come by, enjoy some snacks, meet new people, and enjoy a little taste of French life!
Sarah Lawrence College Program in Paris Info Session
- Tuesday, October 13, 1:00–2:00 PM
- Location: Eliot 314
- Pizza & soda will be served!
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Interested in studying in Paris? Come learn more about the Sarah Lawrence College Program in Paris!
Join us for an information session to discover what it’s like to study in the City of Light and explore the academic opportunities available through the program.
You’ll learn more about:
Opportunities to study at universities such as Université Sorbonne, Université Paris Cité, and Sciences Po.
Intensive programs in filmmaking and theater.
Music programs and other creative opportunities.
Studying in French and experiencing Parisian culture.
Whether you’re already dreaming of a semester in Paris or simply curious about what the program has to offer, come meet us, ask questions, and discover if Paris could be your next academic adventure!Courses in the humanities, social sciences, visual & performing arts.
Come for the information, stay for the pizza—and leave dreaming of Paris.
German Language Scholar Events
Russian Language Scholar Events
Movie Nights
- Every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m.
- Location: Russian House
- Join us to watch great movies, enjoy tasty snacks, and have fun discussions in Russian! We watch both classic and contemporary Russian-language films.
Spanish Language Scholars Events
La merienda
- Every Wednesday, 7 pm
- Location: Spanish House
- La merienda is a friendly and relaxed space where students can practice their Spanish through casual conversation, games, and activities. Come meet other students, build confidence speaking Spanish, and enjoy!
El jueves cultural
- Every other Thursday, 7 pm
- Location: Spanish House
- We will explore Spanish and Latin American culture from a different perspective: we will read and discuss texts by Spanish and Latin American authors, watch films, discover stories and traditions from different countries, explore art, and much more.
