English Today IV: A Closer Lens on English Professionals

This year, we focus on you, and on how you use English, both at home and in your work. Chuckle along as we explore the different approaches to humour in the UK and across the pond in the US with translator and author Zoë Chandler. Buckle up for the twists and quirks of being a …

Suomenlinna Picnic — A Win Despite the Rain

Despite thunder and torrential rain, the annual NEaT picnic was held at Suomenlinna. Picnic blankets were kept stowed away, however, as we sought shelter in style at Suomenlinnan Panimo. We ate, we drank, and we contested our knowledge of the English language and trivia (thanks to Rebecca’s quiz!). Congratulations to Ian and Daryl (two-time champion …

Seminar: Electronic Resources for Language Professionals

September 14, 2017 Time: 16.00–18.00 Venue: Vuorikatu 5C, Multimedia room, 1st floor (with 20 computers available for participants) Open with no fee to NEaT members   Electronic Resources for Language Professionals Have you ever wondered what on-line tools other language professionals use to improve the efficiency and accuracy of their work? In this training we …

Annual General Meeting — April 13, 2017

  The next Annual General Meeting will be on April 13 at 5 pm at the Finnbrit Society (Fredrikinkatu 20 A 9). If you would like to join us for a meetup afterwards at Il Birrifico, please let Julie Uusinarkaus know. The agenda, as laid out in our constitution, is as follows: The Annual General Meeting …