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The Anderson Language and Technology Center is dedicated to broadening and deepening cultural understanding through innovative approaches to language learning and teaching.

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ALTEC Information Desk

Hellems N257

Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Closed May 2 - August 19 for summer break

Summer lost and found location: HLMS N142 (limited hours)

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We moved! Visit us in the newly renovated Hellems building!

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Modified Language Program Drops the "F" Word

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Students at tables crafting

Crafternoon

Student modeling Mardi Gras mask

Italian Mardi Gras

Students gathered around instructor and screen displaying Brother's Grimm slide, table with pumpkins and assorted snacks in foreground

German Folklore Night

Group of students holding Swiss and Austrian flags

Swiss-Austrian Activity Hour

Students sitting around tables folding paper game pieces

Korean Game Day

Students pose around table with Swedish games

International Game Night

Students pose in The HIVE with table of refreshments

French Club Meet and Greet

Students gathered around tables playing Mahjong

Chinese Board Game Night

Group of people learning Tibetan Circle Dance

Tibetan New Year Celebration

Indonesian Conversation Table participants wearing traditional Batiks

Batik 101

Women dancing a traditional Indian dance in front of an audience in brightly colored dresses

Kathak Dance Performance

Upcoming Events

Monthly Holidays

Happy Ramadan! Feb. 18th - Mar. 18th 2026

Happy Ramadan 2026!

February 18th at sundown until March 19th at sunrise

Maha Shivratri 2026

Happy Maha Shivratri 2026!

February 15-16, 2026

Happy Mardi Gras 2026!

Happy Mardi Gras 2026!

February 13–17 2026

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