Lives In Translation, in collaboration with the Design Consortium at Express Newark is creating an audiovisual exhibit on multilingualism, translation and immigration titled A FEELING OF ITSELF, to be presented in various public spaces at/around the Rutgers University-Newark campus. The exhibition highlights the connections between language, identity, immigration, culture and social justice, through a collection of bilingual interviews conducted by LiT & other RU-N students in conversation with family and friends.
* PLEASE CONTRIBUTE *
Add your voice to this collection of bi/multilingual conversations!
Record a conversation that highlights the value of living in translation — expressing and communicating in two or more languages at once — for our audience to connect with your voices & thoughts, and listen to the wonderful nuances in the way you communicate with those that are close to you.
RECORDING CONSIDERATIONS
Things you may ask/discuss:
/ What is something your parents say in your mother tongue?
/ Do you take advantage of being bilingual?
/ What are some words that cannot be translated into English?
/ Do you think speaking more than one language enhances your self expression?
/ Has you been treated differently due to knowing/speaking another language?
/ Describe what translation looks/feels like in your brain.
People to talk to & record:
/ Mom / Dad / Siblings / Grandparents / Friends / Coworkers / Extended family
HOW TO RECORD
1. Use one of the following technologies to record an in-person or phone-call conversation. To ensure smooth and uninterrupted audio, avoid recording in public spaces and/or areas with poor reception.
iphone. Record audio using the built-in Voice Memo app. You may also download other free apps like Easy Voice Recorder.
Android. Record audio using the built-in Voice Recorder, Smart Recorder and Call Recorder. Call Recorder allows you to record during any incoming or outgoing calls if you wish to conduct yours over the phone.
If you record a phone conversation, be sure to tell the person on the other end of the line you're recording and wait until you get consent. Depending on your location, you may be breaking a law if you don't.
2. Save your recorded files using the following format:
NameLast_with_NameLast.file
Example: SusanSanchez_with_KarenFelix.mp3
3. Sign the linked Volunteer Agreement & Digital Release form. Please ask the other person to do so as well.
4. Upload your release forms and recordings using the LINK.
DEADLINE
FEBRUARY 20th, 2023
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Thanks!
* PLEASE CONTRIBUTE *
Add your voice to this collection of bi/multilingual conversations!
Record a conversation that highlights the value of living in translation — expressing and communicating in two or more languages at once — for our audience to connect with your voices & thoughts, and listen to the wonderful nuances in the way you communicate with those that are close to you.
RECORDING CONSIDERATIONS
Things you may ask/discuss:
/ What is something your parents say in your mother tongue?
/ Do you take advantage of being bilingual?
/ What are some words that cannot be translated into English?
/ Do you think speaking more than one language enhances your self expression?
/ Has you been treated differently due to knowing/speaking another language?
/ Describe what translation looks/feels like in your brain.
People to talk to & record:
/ Mom / Dad / Siblings / Grandparents / Friends / Coworkers / Extended family
HOW TO RECORD
1. Use one of the following technologies to record an in-person or phone-call conversation. To ensure smooth and uninterrupted audio, avoid recording in public spaces and/or areas with poor reception.
iphone. Record audio using the built-in Voice Memo app. You may also download other free apps like Easy Voice Recorder.
Android. Record audio using the built-in Voice Recorder, Smart Recorder and Call Recorder. Call Recorder allows you to record during any incoming or outgoing calls if you wish to conduct yours over the phone.
If you record a phone conversation, be sure to tell the person on the other end of the line you're recording and wait until you get consent. Depending on your location, you may be breaking a law if you don't.
2. Save your recorded files using the following format:
NameLast_with_NameLast.file
Example: SusanSanchez_with_KarenFelix.mp3
3. Sign the linked Volunteer Agreement & Digital Release form. Please ask the other person to do so as well.
4. Upload your release forms and recordings using the LINK.
DEADLINE
FEBRUARY 20th, 2023
--
Thanks!
