Department of Linguistics and Language Practice - UFS

28/09/2026

The Department of Linguistics and Language Practice at the University of the Free State is inviting applications for two postdoctoral fellows working in ecosemiotics, biosemiotics, technosemiotics and eco-translation. Closing date for applications: 2 October 2026, 17:00. See below for more details.

07/09/2026

INVITATION: We are pleased to invite students, staff, researchers, and colleagues to a series of three hybrid lectures by Prof. Peter Flynn on approaches to research in Translation and Interpreting Studies.

7 September (Monday): https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/327961351329981?p=jY9dBoPoaQT4VsvWzj

8 September (Tuesday): https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/330709948550941?p=L5wuevOD5nO3Ogan9s

10 September (Thursday):
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/333861094981439?p=rcjlTOK4kkuhLuF6li

Bio:
Prof Peter Flynn is a lecturer in Translation Studies and English at KU Leuven Campus Antwerp and CETRA KU Leuven. He obtained his PhD in Language and Literature from Ghent University in 2006, where he lectured in the English Department between 1999 and 2006. His doctoral thesis, A Linguistic Ethnography of Literary Translation: Irish Poems and Dutch-Speaking Translators, examined literary translation from a linguistic-ethnographic perspective. From 1994 to 1999, Flynn taught English and coordinated the language department at the College of Europe in Bruges, where he also served as technical editor of Collegium. During this period, he worked as a professional translator and has continued translating regularly. In 2013, he co-published an anthology of Irish poetry in Dutch translation with Flemish poet Joris Iven. He has organised conferences and seminars with Luc van Doorslaer and published extensively on Translation Studies. His research interests include translation practices, linguistic ethnography, Irish literature, and sociolinguistics.

05/08/2026

As part of the English Department's Speaker Series, Dr Xany Jansen Van Vuuren, our HOD, will deliver a talk exploring the relationship among people, landscapes, photography, and the Anthropocene through the lens of ecotranslation. We want to encourage students, researchers, and colleagues to join the session via Teams; the link is provided below.

https://tinyurl.com/wt7av87s

18/07/2026

Staff and students sharing acts of kindness as they participated in the UFS Nelson Mandela Children’s Fun Day!

University of the Free State
Faculty of the Humanities, UFS
Kovsie ACT

18/07/2026

Happy Nelson Mandela Day!

14/07/2026

We are excited to present the Winter Research Week where postgraduate students share progress on their research projects, dissertations and theses.

We kicked off with a fun activity of speedfriending!

Building a stronger research community through connection and laughter 🤗

Faculty of the Humanities, UFS
University of the Free State

14/05/2026

We had such a wonderful time chatting with the matrics about all things Language Practice and Linguistics at last week’s Open Day!

A heartfelt thank you to all the parents, guardians, and educators who made it possible for the learners to attend.

To the matrics: best of luck with your June exams — we’re cheering you on every step of the way. 🎓📚

We look forward to welcoming some of you to our department next year!

13/05/2026

Very proud of our honours student, Nhlanhla!

Today on we recognise Nhlanhla Simelane

A passionate Deaf Accessibility Advocate, SASL Interpreter, researcher, and student leader committed to linguistic inclusion, Deaf empowerment, and transforming communities through leadership and language. From championing accessibility at UFS to leading award-winning student initiatives, Nhlanhla continues to prove that leadership is about impact, service, and creating spaces where everyone is seen and heard.

A true example of purpose-driven leadership beyond the classroom. 👏🔥

24/04/2026

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Last week, our Linguistics and Language Practice students proudly graduated with their Bachelor’s, Honours, and Master’s degrees! While we celebrated with them in person, we’d also like to extend our heartfelt congratulations here.

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of our graduates, and we wish them success and fulfillment as they embark on their individual journeys.