The article originated from Ayano’s qualifying paper and examines Japanese-flavored English translanguaging practices in an ESL classroom, focusing on interactions between an L1 English-speaking teacher and Japanese students who share linguistic and cultural knowledge. The study offers important insights into how translanguaging operates in instructional contexts and contributes to ongoing discussions around Global Englishes Language Teaching (GELT) and traditional ELT paradigms.

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Congratulations, Ayano, on this outstanding achievement!

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Fall 2025 Second Language Studies Student Association (SLSSA) Retreat

Mahalo to for organizing such a wonderful retreat at Ala Moana Beach Park!

The day began with a beach social featuring Human Bingo, the Earn a PhD in SLSSA Trivia Contest, and sticker design time, a faculty panel, followed by lunch from Da Spot, and our lively fundraising auction. Proceeds from the auction go directly toward funds and scholarships that support SLS students with conference travel and research opportunities.

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined and helped make the day special. Here’s to community, connection, and another amazing semester ahead!

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On August 22, 2025 we welcomed new and returning students at the SLS Department Orientation and SLSSA () Fall 2025 Welcome Cooler . It was the perfect chance to connect, recharge, and kick off the semester strong.

We also hosted our SLS Talk Story with Undergrads , where current students shared stories, experiences, and tips with new and prospective students.

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Joined in the photo are our SLS ‘Ohana: Tomomi Nishikawa (PhD 2007); Mari Miyao, (PhD 2017); Ken Urano (MA 2000); and Juri Furukawa (incoming MA)!

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Congratulations to our SLS Teaching Minor student Angel Sanchez for her accomplishment of her Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) study in Venice, Italy in summer 2024 and being featured on �鶹��ýNews! Her project was about comparing European and international cinema at the Venice International Film Festival.

Check out the �鶹��ýNews article at this link! Hoʻomaikaʻi iā Angel!

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