English Conversation Partner Program

What is the English Conversation Program?
This is a cross cultural dialogue between international students and domestic native English speakers at IIT including American students, faculty, and staff. The members of the English Conversation Program can attend informal meetings called “Talk Time” that will discuss diversity and cultural issues throughout the academic year. The goal of this program is to provide meaningful interaction between the US and international students.

Why should you apply: Native English Speakers

To learn first hand about another culture, especially beneficial if you are thinking about Study Abroad
To gain experience working with people from other countries

Why should you apply: International Students

To learn first-hand about American life
To share your culture with an American
To improve your conversational English ability

“Talk Time” Spring 2009 semester

Come to join the casual meetings where you can discuss a variety of cultural issues with native English speakers to brush up your conversational language skills!
Socialize with other students, faculty and staff at IIT.

Bring your own lunch. Light snacks or drinks will be provided.

English Conversation Program: Tea Exchange, 12:30 -2:00 pm
Date: September 23
Location: Hermann Hall Expo

English Conversation Program: Talk Time, 12:50 pm
Date: October 21
Location: TBA

English Conversation Program: Talk Time (Topic:Religion), 12:50 pm
Date: November 18
Location: MTCC Ballroom

* You must sign-up for the English Conversation Program to participate in these gatherings.

Are you interested?

Sign-up for Americans Sign-up for International Students