Illinois Global Institute

QazTalk

Event Type

Social/Informal Event

Sponsor

Russian, East European, and Eurasian Center

Location

108 Coble Hall

Date

Feb 19, 2025   4:00 - 4:40 pm  

Originating Calendar

Russian, E. European & Eurasian Center: Outreach

Are you curious about new languages and cultures? 

Start your journey into the Kazakh language with us!

Learn, Speak, and Discover!

• No prior experience in Kazakh is required!
• Engage in fun activities, basic conversational practice, and learn about the fascinating cultural traditions of Kazakhstan in a supportive and friendly environment.

Dates	Topics	Objectives
February 19th	Introduction	Learn common greetings, how to introduce oneself, and asking simple questions.
February 26th	Housing and Accommodation	Learn vocabulary related to different types of housing, describe one's home, and discuss renting or buying a property.
March 5th	Work and Professions	Learn vocabulary related to different professions, discuss job responsibilities, and talk about career aspirations.
March 12th	Guest Lecture “Kazakh Folklore”	A special guest lecture on Kazakh folklore, featuring storytelling and discussions on the cultural significance of traditional fairytales.
SPRING BREAK
March 26th	Holidays and Celebrations	Explore major Kazakh holidays, their cultural importance, and compare them with celebrations your own countries.
April 2nd	Health and Wellness	A session on health-related vocabulary, including visiting a doctor, describing symptoms, and discussing remedies. Role-play scenarios will be included.
April 9th	Travel and Directions	Learn how to ask for and give directions, discuss different modes of transportation, and talk about travel plans.