Managing Localization Projects into 14 Languages at Apple Two Years After Graduation
Less than two years after graduating from the Translation and Localization Management program at the Monterey Institute, Emily Frye (MATLM ’11) is happily managing localization projects into 14 languages at Apple Inc. “I feel the classes at MIIS really prepared me for my position at Apple. My understanding of CAT tools, terminology management and the opportunity to have studied with a diverse group of people, have all been very useful on a daily basis.”
Monterey Institute Announces New Veterans Scholarship Fund
Veterans bring a wide range of experiences to their studies at the Monterey Institute where they are encouraged to build on their skills and expertise to prepare for a new stage in their careers. The Monterey Institute’s diverse degree programs from international policy studies, management and nonproliferation and terrorism studies to various language programs are perfectly suited for veterans dedicated to continue to make a difference.
Social Media Helps One Recent Graduate Land a Job
Recent Monterey Institute graduate Julian Zhu (MACI ’12) could be considered a prime example of how social media is changing the landscape of the job search and recruiting processes for students and employers—not to mention the importance for students of building relationships with faculty members. Julian is currently working as a Terminology and Reference Intern with the International Criminal Court, Interpretation and Translation section in the Hague, the Netherlands.
Author Nataly Kelly Shares Insights on Role of Language Professionals in Shaping the World
Nataly Kelly, co- author with Jost Zetzsche of Found in Translation: How Language Shapes Our Lives and Transforms the World was interviewed by Professor Barry Slaughter-Olsen in the Irvine Auditorium at the Monterey Instiute on October 23. She shared insights and stories from her acclaimed book with the greater MIIS community, on campus and watching from locations around the world via the internet.
Brazilian Students Find Programs to Fit Their Dreams at MIIS
Renato De Medeiros and Manuela Silveira of Brazil are capitalizing on their language skills and background by pursuing degree programs at the Monterey Institute that fit their international career aspirations.
Alex Flores
Program: Translation and Localization Management
Undergrad: Mills College (Spanish and Spanish American Studies)
Fast Fact: Alex has studied, worked and lived in many places around the world including Japan, Senegal, Belgium and Spain.
“The TLM program has really given me the freedom to study exactly what I want to, and pursue a business foundation certificate as well!”
Carmen Ibarra
Program: Translation and Localization Management
Undergrad: National Intelligence University
Fast Fact: Carmen retired from the U.S. Air Force as an Airborne Linguist after 26 years of service.
“I like the fact that all the professors are active in their respective fields; in other words, they practice what they preach.”
Miranda Zhang
Program: Translation and Localization Management
Undergrad: Sun Yat-Sen University
Fast Fact: Miranda taught Chinese culture classes at high schools in Poland.
“The TLM program combines translation, technology and management together…and that enables me to think like a manager, treat translation as a linguist, and use technology as freely as I wish.”
Magdalena Adam
Program: Translation and Localization Management
Undergrad: Sprachen-und Dolmetscherinstitut München
Fast Fact: Has run three half marathons to date and is planning on running in the San Francisco half marathon next year.
“Most of the [TLM] professors are active translators, interpreters, and localization managers, so they really know what’s going on in the field and can prepare their students perfectly for their professional careers.”
