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CIOL update – July 2018
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Welcome to our July update. This month’s update includes information on the 2018 David Crystal Lecture in October and we also take the opportunity to highlight the value of becoming a Chartered Linguist. There are a number of CIOL events taking place over the summer so we’ve included details of what’s going on and where and we give you an update on the recently launched CIOL mentoring scheme.
Kind regards
CIOL Membership team
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Recognised worldwide as the gold standard for practitioners in many walks of life, chartership is a major focus of our campaign to professionalise the languages industry. Recognised as a badge of quality and competence, we are seeking to position Chartered Linguists alongside other chartered professionals, such as accountants, surveyors and engineers, and to encourage users of language services to ‘choose chartered’. We are calling upon all eligible members to support our campaign and to become a Chartered Linguist. Click below to find out the benefits of being chartered and check your eligibility to register.
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Susie Dent to give the next David Crystal Lecture
Susie Dent, lexicographer and etymologist, probably best known for appearing on Channel 4’s Countdown, was the 2017 winner of the David Crystal Trophy. The recipient of this award is asked to give a public lecture on a language-related topic, and we’re delighted to announce that Susie will be delivering the David Crystal Lecture on Saturday 27 October at Westminster University.
The title is: American English: How have we gotten here? and proves to be a fascinating exploration of the national rivalries that inform our centuries-old antipathy towards American English, asking if it’s finally time to embrace the verve of American vocabulary.
There is more information on the website, including details of how to reserve your place. This public lecture is free to attend and demand is therefore expected to be high so book now to avoid disappointment.
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Membership renewal
Renewals start this month for all membership grades (except Student and IoLET Affiliates). Please look out for your email during the week commencing 16 July for your invitation to renew your membership for a further 12 months. In the meantime, why not consider upgrading – check your eligibility here.
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Get the most out of your membership
CIOL offers practising and aspiring language professionals a range of benefits and services which will enable you to raise your professional profile, support your professional development, provide access to valuable information, and connect you with other linguists through our member networks.
Log in to your personal online dashboard - My CIOL - and explore the many benefits you can access as a CIOL member.
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Benefit of the month: Mentoring platform
CIOL’s mentoring platform is a member-to-member mentoring scheme which gives members the opportunity to share and receive guidance, knowledge and experience.
Nearly 40 members have already registered as mentors, and over 80 as mentees, and at the time of writing, 48 mentoring relationships are in progress.
If you are interested in either offering your expertise as a mentor, or would like to learn from experienced linguists as a mentee, find out more by logging in to My CIOL and accessing the mentoring platform.
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Team update
After nearly 8 years with CIOL, Jack Sellen, a key member of the membership team is leaving for pastures new. “Jack has made a significant contribution to CIOL and is a highly valued member of the team who will be greatly missed” said Jane Galbraith, Head of Membership. Jack has held a number of roles, including CPD and networks manager which gave him an opportunity to meet members attending a range of CIOL events. Jack also worked closely with our divisions and societies and was acting membership manager for over a year covering maternity leave. “Jack’s open mind and willingness to embrace new ideas and practices has been invaluable” concluded Jane. CIOL would like to take the opportunity to wish Jack every success in his new role and his future career.
This month we welcome Dom Hebblethwaite who joins CIOL and IoLET in the role of Business Development Manager with a remit to further raise the profile of CIOL and to develop IoLET’s range of qualifications. Bilingual in Italian and English, and fluent in French and Spanish, Dom’s previous role was with SDL Trados.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion – take part in our survey
As a result of the work of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, we will shortly be asking members to participate in a monitoring survey to give us some base data to monitor and review on a regular basis. We plan to launch the survey in mid to late August, so please look out for the email inviting you to take part.
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Diploma in Translation – registration open
Registration for IoLET’s postgraduate Diploma in Translation is open from 1 May to 31 August.
Preparation material available to CIOL members includes source texts, past papers and examiner reports.
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eCPD Webinars
While there is a summer break from live webinars during July and August, why not explore the extensive collection of videos available of past webinars you may have missed. The videos are streamed directly to your PC, Mac or tablet as soon as purchased, and you can watch as often as you like. Choose from ten subject categories for translators, interpreters and language professionals. CIOL members can claim 10% discount.
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The Linguist 57/3
The Linguist 57/3, June/July issue, is available to view online in a new responsive platform.
Access The Linguist online in three easy steps:
1. Go to The Linguist homepage
2. Click on the cover on the top left of the page
3. When prompted, enter your CIOL login details – this will take
you to the Contents page of the June/July issue of The Linguist
where you can read the latest articles
Once you have logged in, explore and browse using the menu in the column on the left-hand side of the screen. This gives you access to back issues (via the cover images) and to articles on particular topics, such as ‘Translation’, ‘Interpreting’, ‘Technology’, ‘Brexit’ etc.
Please email comms@ciol.org.uk if you have problems logging in.
The Linguist – hard copy or online only?
If you prefer to read The Linguist online and no longer wish to receive a printed copy in the post, you can select your preferences by logging in to My CIOL and clicking on The Linguist access: hard copy or online only in the Benefits column.
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CIOL Advantage – up to 13%* off Holiday Extras
Holiday Extras, the UK market leader for holiday add-ons, are offering CIOL members an exclusive discount. With savings of up to 13%* on Airport Parking, 10% off Airport Hotels, and 8% off UK Airport Lounges, Holiday Extras are dedicated to helping you travel better!*
Apply online or call 0871 360 1018** and quote WC33Z
**Calls to this number cost 11 pence per minute, plus your phone provider's access charge.
*Terms and conditions apply. See website for details. Airport Parking offer: Save 13% on all airport parking products excluding APH special offer products, Leeds Bradford Mid or Short Stay and airport owned products at Aberdeen, Birmingham, Exeter, Glasgow International, Glasgow Prestwick, Heathrow, Luton and Southend. Discounts will be unavailable at Leeds Bradford, Belfast City, Gatwick and Airparks products during selected stay dates. Airport Hotel offer: 10% discount automatically applied when booking via the dedicated link. Airport Lounge offer: 8% discount available on all UK lounges. Discounts are not obtainable on International lounges. CIOL Advantage is managed and run on behalf of CIOL by Parliament Hill Ltd.
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