Language Lunch

When: Friday, February 20th 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Location: Elliott School of International Affairs, Graduate Student Lounge, 1957 E Street Northwest, Washington, D.C

The Elliott School Office of Graduate Student Services invites all GW students, faculty, and staff to attend Language Lunch. These lunches are offered on Fridays from 12:00-1:00 p.m. and allow language learners to have a safe space to practice their language communication skills.Chinese, French, and Spanish are offered every week. This week's featured languages include: English, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese & KoreanThe topic of conversation is - Hometowns
Advanced Beginner: Where did you grow up and what was it like?
Intermediate: How did your experience growing up in your hometown shape your worldview?
Special Guests:  Meet the Spanish Embassy!Students who speak Spanish are highly encouraged to attend this session and immerse themselves in cultural exchange with a Spanish Embassy Representative. This is a great networking opportunity as well. This event is open to all students, alumni, staff, and faculty at GW, regardless of school affiliation. It will be the Graduate Student Lounge of the Elliott School.If you require accommodations to participate in Language Lunch, please contact Ainara Hidalgo at [email protected].