Lost in Translation: Studying in a New Language & Culture

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Event Date & Time:

🗓️ Thursday 3rd July 2025 13:00–13:45

📌 Location: Room 026, Import Building, East India.

Format: Video

Length of video: 30-60 seconds

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Headline: Lost in Translation? Rita Shares How to Thrive in a New Language & Culture 🌍📘

Content:

Film highlights from the Lost in Translation session on Thursday, 3rd July 2025, led by Rita, ARU London alumni. Capture key moments from the session focused on strategies for studying in a foreign language and adapting to a new culture. Try to record a short 1:1 with Rita, asking about her personal experience as an international student, what helped her succeed, and her top tips for students currently in the same position.

Key Messaging (Ideas to include):

• Rita’s story as a former international student at ARU London

• Common challenges of studying a second language

• Practical tips: study techniques, language support, adjusting to new norms

• Words of encouragement for new international students

Goals:

To provide insight and reassurance for students navigating a new cultural and academic environment, while highlighting real support and lived experience from ARU London alumni.

Alternative Video Ideas:

1. 🎤 “Rita’s 3 Survival Tips for Studying in a New Language” – Advice-led

   
   

2. 🌍 “Lost in Translation? You’re Not Alone” – Encouraging and inclusive

   
   

3. 📚 “Studying in English for the First Time? Here’s What Helped Me” – Relatable and real

   
   

4. 🧠 “Rita’s Guide to Thriving as an International Student” – Q&A format

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