"Hizkuntzatik Ehuntzen": The Faculty of Business Studies joins the Korrika program on March 27th

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"Hizkuntzatik Ehuntzen": The Faculty of Business Studies joins the Korrika program on March 27th

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"Hizkuntzatik Ehuntzen": The Faculty of Business Studies joins the Korrika program on March 27th

On March 27th, the same day the Korrika passes through Oñati, the Faculty of Business Studies of Mondragon Unibertsitatea will dedicate a formal space to our language. Through the "Hizkuntzatik Ehuntzen" (Weaving through Language) seminar, there will be a deep reflection on linguistic policies and Basque language plans in the corporate world, sharing real-life experiences

2026·03·24

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A meeting point for peer learning

The core of this seminar is humility and collaboration. There are no "magic formulas" or anyone who does everything better than others; all companies have their strengths and areas for improvement. The goal is to present practical cases, observe what others are doing, and pave the way to identify future challenges (demographics, linguistic habits, empowerment).

 

 

Details:

  • Date: Friday, March 27, 2026.
  • Time: 14:30 - 16:30 (Reception at 14:15).
  • Location: Faculty of Business Studies, Oñati (Main Hall).
  • Target audience: Members of Basque Committees from companies in Oñati and the region (Debagoiena), university staff, and any interested citizens.

Program and Guests

The session will consist of three short presentations followed by a round table discussion, moderated by Jon Irizar Aranguren (Faculty of Business Studies):

  • Evolution of the paradigm: Amaia Balda Etxarte (General Coordinator of EMUN). General diagnosis and the necessity of Basque language plans.
  • The ULMA Group experience: Ibon Calvo Echeveste (President of ULMA Group). Their linguistic policy: since when, why, and for what purpose.
  • The ONNERA Group journey: Jone Urzelai Bengoetxea (Sustainability Manager at ONNERA Group). Implementation of Basque plans and practical examples.

Break (15:20): Coffee and snacks to exchange ideas between presentations.

Round table (15:40): From theory to practice. What are the current challenges? The three guests will provide a snapshot of the current reality, concluding with a Q&A session.

"Language has a weaving value; it is what sews together the relationships and workplaces of our territory."

Join us to celebrate this Korrika day in an enriching way. Come and take part!