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"Assist UC San Diego International students, scholars & spouses improve their conversational English
ORGANIZATION: UCSD English-in-Action Program
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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94 people are interested
The UC San Diego International Services & Engagement Office's (ISEO) English-in-Action (EIA) Conversation Program is looking for volunteer community members and university students who will enjoy meeting with an international student, scholar or spouse for 1-2 hours on a weekly basis to assist them in improving their English conversation skills and to share our American culture.
Participating in EIA is very rewarding, as it provides considerable cultural insight and a deeper appreciation for diversity which helps the volunteers gain a greater respect and appreciation for other cultures. Please visit our bit.ly/EIAVolunteerExperiences page to hear about current volunteer experiences. Here’s a link to some more information about the program: https://bit.ly/EIAInformation
No knowledge of foreign languages or teaching experience is required. EIA volunteers attend an orientation session and have access to the materials and resources of the International Students & Engagement Office.
Volunteers can work with participants individually or in small groups and typically meet for 1-2 hours/week at a location that is convenient for both, including remote meetings, on campus or off campus.
To apply or for more information, please visit our website: eia.ucsd.edu
Questions? Please email Shelly Taskin at eia@ucsd.edu
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About UCSD English-in-Action Program
Location:
9500 Gilman Dr., La Jolla, CA 92093, US
Mission Statement
Global Education supports UC San Diego’s mission of providing transformative experiences in a globally-connected world by bridging educational opportunities with the vast global research network of our campus. Whether supporting international students, faculty and scholars to achieve academic and personal success, or creating and connecting students to high-impact opportunities abroad, Global Education achieves UC San Diego’s culture of collaboration and vision to prepare the next generation of global leaders.
Description
About the program
The Global Education's English-in-Action (EIA) conversation program matches international students, scholars and spouses with volunteer conversation leaders to help our international visitors with conversational English language skills, simultaneously helping them to acquire a better understanding of American culture and to acclimate more quickly to their new environment. Our volunteers are community members, faculty, staff, and students.
Conversation partners usually meet for 1.5 to 2 hours per week at a time and location that is convenient for both.
The EIA program is a rewarding learning experience for the international guest and volunteer, as they both gain considerable cultural insight and a deeper understanding and appreciation for diversity.
CAUSE AREAS
Education & Literacy,
International
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
June 18, 2025
SKILLS
- Cross-cultural Communication
- English
- Teaching / Instruction
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours per week