FROM THE EDITOR As we grow within our professional careers there comes a time to not be shy to comment, or fearful to change, but to open one’s arms and share the knowledge we acquire by presenting it to those who wish to hear our voices. Professional conferences are where we can shine! I invite you to live the moments of first time presenting at a professional conference … [Read more...]
Esther M. Navarro-Hall
Obituary ATA Certified Translator English > Spanish Certified Spanish Interpreter Federal Court, California Court, and California Medical USDOS Escort and Seminar Spanish Interpreter Adjunct Faculty at Middlebury Institute of International Studies A bright shining star has left us. Esther was an indefatigable advocate for interpreters and their profession. She was also … [Read more...]
Interpreting Silicon Valley: A Work in Progress
By Juan Pino-Silva All interpreters have stories to tell: The changes in their lives; the adjustments they make. In this post, Juan Pino-Silva explores the case of the interpreter who relocates within the US, his hopes and frustrations. His new network and equipment. The post is one of many narrative pieces the author is collecting for a larger project called … [Read more...]
An interview with Pedro Diaz, Interpreters Division Guest Speaker
With the ATA 59th Annual Conference quickly approaching, guest speakers are getting ready for their big day in October. Interpreters Division Administrator Carol Velandia caught up with Pedro Díaz, the Interpreters Division Guest Speaker, to get some of his thoughts. Here’s the interview. Juan Pino-Silva, Blog Editor Carol Velandia: How did you go from … [Read more...]
Why provide a forensic transcription translation?
By Helen Eby, in consultation with Teresa Salazar Recently, I was asked if I could be an expert witness regarding whether the interpreting provided in an interview that was recorded on video was accurate. I would go to the attorney’s office, watch the video and be deposed regarding the accuracy of the interpreting in this video, and later be ready to testify in court. … [Read more...]