The English Conversation Program is designed to assist fluent speakers, such as degree-seeking international students, exchange students, post-doctoral fellows, visiting researchers, and their spouses/partners in mastering spoken language, pronunciation, and skills for daily communication. Student facilitators meet with participants weekly for 8 weeks until March 14, 2024. Meetings take place at the QUIC on Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 pm. Space is limited and subject to availability.
- Registration is on-going: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER now
- Confirmation regarding your registration will be sent to you by email.
Topics:
Each session has tips for communication in daily living, language use, and how to verbally express yourself in various social situations. We look into common colloquial expressions that may be often used.
January 18: Welcome. All about winter in Canada.
January 25: Communication for daily living. Topic: Sports/Fitness.
February 1: Expressing yourself in social settings. Topic: Cultural celebrations.
February 8: How to describe your accomplishments and speak in job interviews.
February 15: Social talk, friendships, relationships.
February 29: Student Life topics.
March 7: Answering questions to develop casual conversation. Topic: All things spring.
Volunteer as a Facilitator
Are you looking to get involved on campus? Want to make a difference while building important skills for personal and professional success? Ask about volunteering as an English Conversation Program Facilitator.