[Edling] Stop to cuts in Modern Languages at Bangor University

[Francis M. Hult via Edling]

Via LANGPOL...

Dear all,

I am forwarding an email about funding cuts at Bangor that affect the
German and Chinese programmes there. Your support will be appreciated.

Best wishes,
Abhi
https://www.mmll.cam.ac.uk/aks71


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From: Sarah Pogoda <sarah.pogoda at gmail.com>
Date: Mon, 2 Jun 2025 at 13:46
Subject: Stop to cuts in Modern Languages at Bangor University
To: <GERMAN-STUDIES at jiscmail.ac.uk>


- Apologies for cross-posting-

Stop the Cuts to Modern Languages at Bangor University

In its Business Case for Change, Bangor University’s Executive is proposing
to discontinue German and Chinese and run the Modern Languages programme
with only Spanish and French (Italian is already closedfor further
recruitment).  These changes would take effect from the academic year
2026/27 onwards. It is also proposed to reduce staffing in both Spanish and
French, taking effect for the academic year 2025/26. Furthermore, the
proposal includes the immediate closure of the Languages for All scheme
which offers language courses in Chinese, French, German, Italian and
Spanish for students, staff and members of the local community in North
Wales. Consultation on the Business Case for Change closes on 13th June.
Colleagues in Modern Languages at Bangor University are fighting back, and
we would be grateful for any support and lobbying for Modern Languages from
you.

This is what you can do to support a diverse Modern Languages programme in
North Wales:

1. Sign our petition: https://chng.it/wxq95mgZnq
2. Share the petition with family/friends/networks. The more signatures we
get, the more powerful our voice.
3. Send emails outlining your objections. For mor info and templates, visit
our website: https://www.stopcutsinmlatbangor.uk/home/

Thank you.
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