| CALENDER OF EVENTS | 2011
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UPCOMING MEDICAL INTERPRETER TRAINING
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In January we trained 8 Polish, Spanish, and Arabic interpreters. Now it's YOUR turn!
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March Dates:
10, 11, 12 & 16, 17, 18
May Dates:
11, 12, 13 & 18, 19, 20
Ready to sign up?
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INTERPRETER SPOTLIGHT:
| Monika Sokol
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Monika Sokol is a nationally certified Polish interpreter who has been with Metaphrasis since it opened. It was through Metaphrasis that Monika learned about national certification:
"I sought this certification, because I wanted to challenge myself. Passing the exam confirmed that I'm a good interpreter and boosted my confidence in my skills."
We're lucky to have you on our team, Monika! Thanks for all of your hard work.
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FEBRUARY HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHT:
| Chinese New Year
| China (as well as other countries and territories with sizable Chinese populations, such as Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) ushered in a new year, the Year of the Rabbit, on February 3rd, 2011. Celebrations vary widely according to region, can last up to 15 days, and can include everything from a family feast on the eve of the new year to an annual house cleaning to sweep away misfortune and make room for incoming luck.
Happy New Year!
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COMING SOON...
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SPRING EVENTS
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It might be chilly outside right now, but we're already looking ahead to a warm, wonderful spring full of exciting events.
April / May 2011 =
A special American Cancer Society presentation
June 2011 =
The first in a series of 'Diabetes 101' trainings by the American Diabetes Association
Pencil us in! Dates will be announced soon.
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Greetings!
A lot of exciting things are happening at Metaphrasis this month. Take a peek at our newsletter and stay up-to-date!
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Message from Elizabeth Colón,
President of Metaphrasis
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 | | Elizabeth Colón |
We're only one month into 2011, and already we're having a great year!
Hellos: Metaphrasis is proud to announce new partnerships with the American Cancer Society as well as the American Diabetes Association. Read below to find out how these new connections benefit you.
Goodbyes: It's time to bid adieu to a wonderful employee, Nancy Palma. Nancy served as the Executive Assistant at Metaphrasis from the very beginning and was an essential part of our team as we grew and thrived over the past three years. She knew the interpreters' schedules inside and out and knew exactly what to do to keep all service provider needs met. We wish her luck as she pursues her nursing degree! We'll miss you, Nancy!
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 | Event Wrap Up: Bruce L. Adelson, 1/26
| The January 26th presentation by Federal Compliance Expert Bruce L. Adelson was a great success. Bruce spoke about effective health care communications and compliance with Title VI and the ADA.
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Feedback was overwhelmingly positive. One attendee said: "I learned so much today." Another shared this: "Bruce was great; I could have listened to him all day!"
Don't fret if you weren't one of the 100+ attendees: this is only the first of many timely and information-packed events Metaphrasis will offer in 2011.
 | | Meg Adorno, Bruce Adelson & Elizabeth Colón |
Big thanks to Meg Adorno and Advocate Christ Medical Center for hosting this event!
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| Meet Claribel Covarrubias, Metaphrasis' New Clerical Assistant
| Please welcome Claribel Covarrubias to the Metaphrasis team. As a trained medical interpreter with experience in the healthcare system, Claribel brings to the table a strong work ethic as well as a personal understanding of what it takes to be a good interpreter.
Meet other members of the Metaphrasis Team here.
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| Metaphrasis at Chicago Diabetes Expo 4/16
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As a part of our new partnership with the American Diabetes Association, Metaphrasis will be providing free interpreting services at the Chicago Diabetes Expo on April 16th, 2011. The Expo, which takes place from 10am to 4pm at Navy Pier, includes health screenings, cooking demonstrations, presentations by leading experts in the field, and more. Registration is free; reserve your spot now. If you go, stop by the Metaphrasis table and say hello! |
| Metaphrasis & The Voice of Love
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Elizabeth Colón, President of Metaphrasis, has stepped up to serve as the Chair of the Board for The Voice of Love, a pro bono, all-volunteer effort focused on developing a 3-day interpreter training program to support quality services to survivors of torture, trauma, and sexual violence. To learn more or become involved, visit the website for The Voice of Love. |
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Thank you for taking a moment out of your busy day to see what's new at Metaphrasis. Keep an eye out for our updated website later this month.
Join our mailing list, share a training topic you'd like to see on our schedule, OR nominate someone for the Interpreter Spotlight here! We look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Colón, President
Metaphrasis |
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