Charles Brunnette from the University of Minnesota's Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (AMES), Japanese Program, joins VoxBox Talks to interview three students—William Gronewald, Kate Logan, and Kaia Ludtke—who recently studied abroad in Japan.

This week on VoxBox #WinnersCircle, TandemPlus Coordinator Saena Dozier chatted with Elton Keopraseuth, a freshman majoring in product design and winner of the Language Center's recent language-themed word chain puzzle!

Elton shared insights on his winning strategy, discussed his multilingual background, and recounted colorful stories connecting language to his life—from an unforgettable Mexico adventure to turning heads at events in his famous Duolingo owl costume. We also explored his favorite word games that spark his love for languages.

Tune in for this lively conversation where language learning, creative wordplay, and unexpected connections come together in surprising ways!

In this episode of VoxBox Talks, Language Center Director, Amanda Dalola, talks with the latest inductee into the #WinnersCircle, Hope Anderson, founder and CEO of Teaching Solved, a website that helps teachers help students learn languages. The biggest party you’ve ever seen at the intersection of wordgames and language teaching.