This program is designed to be an opportunity for international students and scholars (and their spouses) to meet local UCM community members, get together with a partner once a week during the semester for English conversation in person or virtually, and experience a bit of American culture! It is not tutoring. Remember, this is a weekly one-hour commitment. After you are matched, you will receive the program guidelines and your partner’s contact information. You and your partner then choose a convenient weekly time and physical or virtual place to meet. If you have any questions e-mail Belinda Braunstein at bbraunstein@ucmerced.edu.
APPLICATION PREFERRED DEADLINE: Applications are accepted all year long. No matter where you are from, you can go ahead and fill out an application now. :-)
Your personal and contact information is not shared with anyone but your Conversation Partner.
