World Languages and Cultures Day

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Last Updated: Feb 27, 2026, 01:43 PM

Students dance in a circle during World Languages and Cultures Day at SIU

Join Us For the 50th Annual World Languages and Cultures Day!
March 19th, 2026

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Each year, the School of Languages and Linguistics and the College of Liberal Arts host World Languages and Cultures Day (WLD), a celebration of global languages, traditions, and learning. The event brings together hundreds of high school students and their language teachers from across the region for a day of cultural exploration and connection.

The day begins with a welcome session featuring faculty and campus leaders, followed by the popular "Guess the Language" game. Students then break out into interactive sessions led by SIU faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and volunteers from across campus. These sessions highlight languages, cultural practices, and global perspectives through engaging, hands-on activities.

Check back here for the latest event schedule and updates. We look forward to welcoming you to campus in March!