
Dr Birgit Smith
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Dr Birgit Smith
@Birgit2014
Former Director of Language Studies, DeLC, Lancaster University. Recently retired, but still interested in all things languages. OU Associate Lecturer.








Frohes Neues Jahr! Why not kick off 2025 by learning German? Want to know how it can boost your career and broaden your horizons? We asked participants at our Leadership Symposium to sum up the incredible benefits of learning Germans in just one word! @GermanEmbassy @GI_London1












#FunFactFriday: it's 35 years this weekend since the fall of the Berlin Wall 🇩🇪 But did you know that Germany has official street signs 🪧, located along the former border between East & West, showing the exact date & time when connecting roads reopened? Here are some examples 👇



COVID-19 is not just a cold. While some may experience mild symptoms, the virus can lead to serious long-term health issues, including damage to the lungs, heart, and brain. Even those with mild cases may face lingering effects. Protect yourself and others by staying informed and taking precautions—COVID’s impact can be far-reaching. #COVID19 #COVID #Airborne #InfectionPrevention #PublicHealth #CommunityHealth
