The W. B. Yeats Chair of Irish Studies deeply regrets the passing away of Ambassador Michael Hoey whose generous support led to signing the agreement for the creation of the William Butler Yeats Chair of Irish Studies at the University of São Paulo.
On September 23, 2025, at 6 PM, the W. B.
With deepest sadness we hear of the passing of the great Northern Irish poet Michael Longley.
With deepest sadness we hear of the passing of the great Irish poet Paul Durcan.
Objectives:
- Historicize the value of translation in the linguistic, cultural, social and political development of Ireland.
- Raise the students’ awareness of the critical role of translation in the transformation of national cultures.
