CV
Name:
Julie MCDONOUGH DOLMAYA, C. Tr.
Member of the Graduate Program in Translation Studies (Course Instructor)
Degrees: designation, institution, department, year
(2009) Ph.D. Translation, spec. Canadian Studies. University of Ottawa, Canada. (Thesis successfully defended May 1, 2009).
Thesis title: Framed! Translations, Paratexts and Narratives of Nationalism, Independence Movements and the 1980/1995 Referenda in Canada, 1968-2000, with special focus on Mordecai Richler’s Oh Canada! Oh Quebec! and Pierre Vallières’ Nègres blancs d’Amérique
(2004) M.A. Translation. University of Ottawa, Canada.
Thesis Title: Muggles, and Quidditch, and Squibs, Oh My! A Study of Names and Onomastic Wordplay in Translation, with a Focus on the Harry Potter Series
(2002) Hon. B.A. Translation. Glendon College, York University, Canada.
Employment History: dates, rank/position, department, institution/firm
2012 E-learning Instructor, School of Translation, Glendon College, York University
2008- Part-Time Professor, School of Translation, York University–Glendon College
2005– Part-Time Freelance Translator (French>English) and Reviser
2004-2008 Part-Time Professor, School of Translation and Interpretation, University of Ottawa
2005 Teaching Assistant, Canadian Studies Department, University of Ottawa
2003-2004 Teaching Assistant, School of Translation and Interpretation, University of Ottawa
2002-2006 Lexicographer, Bilingual Canadian Dictionary Project, University of Ottawa
Languages:
English, native speaker
French, excellent spoken and written
Spanish, very good reading ability
Arabic, elementary reading and speaking ability
Affiliations:
OTTIAQ Ordre des traducteurs, terminologues et interprètes agréés du Québec
CATS/ACT Canadian Association for Translation Studies/Association canadienne de traductologie
ALCQ/ACQL Association for Canadian and Quebec Literatures
Scholarly and Professional Activities:
2011- Review Editor, The Interpreter and Translator Trainer
2009- Secretary, Canadian Association of Translation Studies
2008- Contract Faculty Representative, Glendon Faculty Council (York University)
Graduate Courses: past 7 years, by year
| Course Code | Course description | Years taught |
|---|---|---|
| GL/TRAN 5100 | Translation Studies (Online): A survey of the various theoretical approaches to studying translation, since the beginning of the twentieth century. The historical and cultural contexts of appearance of each approach are taken into account. |
Fall 2011 |
| GL/TRAN 5110 | Text Analysis: The main objective of this seminar is an in-depth reflection on the notion of text, with reference to theoretical concepts from various disciplines. Documents concerning text characteristics, production and analysis provide the models which allow students to study the main differences between English and French texts. |
Fall 2011 |
| GL/TRAN 5329 | Translation and Political Texts: This course offers students a theoretical and practical introduction to the challenges associated with translating political texts. Students analyze political texts using various theoretical frameworks and explore strategies for translating such texts as manifestos, essays and speeches. |
Winter 2012 |
Undergraduate Courses: past 7 years, by year
| Course Code | Course description | Years taught |
|---|---|---|
| GL/TRAN 2210 | Introduction to Translation into English I: This course introduces students to the tools, principles, and methods used in translation, from both a practical and theoretical perspective. Individual and group exercises and assignments help students acquire both basic skills and an understanding of the translation process. |
Fall 2011, Fall 2010, Fall 2009 |
| GL/TRAN 2220 | Introduction to Translation into English II: Students build on their understanding of translation in specialized fields. They continue to acquire specialized translation strategies. They increase and apply their knowledge of research tools and resources, learn techniques for resolving translation problems, and practice appropriate English usage. Prerequisite: GL/TRAN 2210 3.0 (EN). |
Winter 2012, Winter 2011, Winter 2010, Winter 2009, Winter 2008 |
| GL/TRAN 4210 | Translation of Specialized Texts Into English III: Students read articles to gain understanding of issues, and present translation problems in class. They develop reading, research and writing methods for translating specialized texts for an audience of experts. This year’s field: Political texts. Note: This course is taught online. |
Fall 2011 |
| GL/TRAN 3270 | Théorie de la traduction: Initiation à la réflexion critique sur la traduction et aux concepts clés, et préparation à la recherche. Différents courants de pensée sont abordés pour mieux comprendre les enjeux théoriques qui ont marqué la traductologie depuis le milieu du XXe siècle. |
Winter 2010 |
| GL/TRAN 4425 | Introduction to Translation (for Francophones): Introduction to translation from French into English. Working with a variety of texts of increasing complexity, students further their knowledge of their second language and familiarize themselves with English translation norms. |
Fall 2009, Fall 2008 |
| TRA 3133 | Technical Translation (French to English): Exercises in the translation of moderately difficult but not highly specialized scientific and technological texts. Relevant basic scientific concepts. Note: This course was taught at the University of Ottawa |
Winter 2007, Winter & Summer 2006, Winter & Summer 2005 |
External research funding: past 7 years only, by year, indicating source (granting councils, industry, government, foundations, other); amount; principal investigator; purpose (research, travel, publications, etc…)
| Year | Source | Annual Amount | Type* | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2007-08 |
Ontario Graduate Scholarship Program |
$15,000 |
C |
Study |
| *Type: C-Granting councils; G-Government; F-Foundations; O-Other | ||||
Internal research funding: past 7 years only, by year (university funds, SSHRC minor grants awarded through the university, etc.)
| Year | Source | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | York University Contract Faculty Research Grants Fund (CUPE 3903) | $3365 | Research |
| 2010 | York University Contract Faculty Conference Travel Fund (CUPE 3903) | $1865.93 | Travel |
| 2009 | APTPUO Academic & Professional Development Fund | $1075 | Travel |
| 2009 | York University Contract Faculty Conference Travel Fund (CUPE 3903) | $634.05 |
Travel |
|
2008
|
APTPUO Academic & Professional Development Fund
|
$1067
|
Travel |
| 2007-08 |
University of Ottawa (Excellence Scholarship)
|
$5490
|
Study
|
| 2006 |
APTPUO Academic & Professional Development Fund
|
$1230 |
Travel |
| 2006 | University of Ottawa (Faculty of Graduate Studies) |
$250 |
Travel |
|
2005 |
APTPUO Academic & Professional Development Fund |
$1357 |
Travel |
