Center for Language Studies

Language Ambassadors

Meet our Language Ambassadors, who play an essential role in creating positive experiences for language learning at Brown.

In the Fall of 2025, Emma Brignall, Martina Herman, and Farah Akbari are ready to work on issues relating to linguistic justice, community service and a new language journal. 

Reach out to them at language_ambassadors@brown.edu

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    Emma Brignall '27

    Hey! I’m Emma Brignall and I’m a junior concentrating in IAPA. At Brown I've taken courses in Chinese, Arabic, and Latin. I spent this past summer interning at a human rights organization in Taiwan and hope that I have the chance to return! Outside of class, I enjoy ballet, writing, and a good iced latte.
     

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    Martina Herman '26

    My name is Martina Herman and I’m a senior studying Comparative Literature and Literary Arts. I was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina and speak Spanish, Portuguese, and German. I worked for a Latinamerican Literature Festival in Berlin this summer and it was a great experience. In my free time I love being out in nature, dancing, and getting to know new cultures. 

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    Farah Akbari '28

    Hi! My name is Farah Akbari, and I’m a sophomore concentrating in International & Public Affairs and Business Economics. This fall, I’m taking Persian this fall and exploring classes in international relations and economics. I speak Swedish, Persian, and have studied Spanish. Outside of class, I love baking, going on long walks, and spending time with friends and family.

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    Mario Joyo Villanueva '28

    Allinllachu! This is Mario Joyo from Lima, Peru. I’m a sophomore studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Besides speaking Spanish, I’m currently learning Japanese and Portuguese at Brown. I taught myself Quechua for about a year and recently used it on a trekking route in the Colca Canyon. On slower days, I like crocheting, swimming, and binge-watching series. Feel free to reach out!