Events

Career Pathways in Linguistics Panel

19/05/2026–19/05/2026

5:00 PM–7:00 PM

PAR-139-L3-305-Chisholm Theatrette (85)

Linguistics Society

Ever wonder where a degree in Linguistics could take you?

Come along to the Career Pathways in Linguistics Panel; a panel where experts from different fields give their experiences and perspectives on the state of Linguistics post-study. From academia to the tech industry and speech pathology, ask questions and chat with leading professionals in their fields.

After the panel, pizza will be available for an inpromptu networking session

Speakers 🗣️

A/Prof Jason Fan – Applied Linguist working in Language Testing

Jarad Merlo – Computational Linguist who works with Pearson on AI

Dr. Sasha Wilmoth – Academic specialising in Indigenous Language at the University of Melbourne

Karla Zuluaga – Linguist working for Bunurong Aboriginal Corporation

Location 📍

Chisholm Theatrette (PAR-139-L3-305-Chisholm Theatrette (85))

Date and Time ⏰

Tuesday the 19th of May (Week 11)

5:00pm–7:00pm

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