English Conversation Groups
Important Note:
Our English Conversation Groups are only open to Yale affiliates. Questions? Email Associate Director of Engagement, Molly Hampton . Our spring sessions will run from Monday, February 6 through Thursday, May 11, 2023.
Spring Schedule for OISS English Conversation Groups
This spring, we are excited to offer the Yale community an in-person schedule of English Conversation sessions.
Who is eligible to participate?
- Please email Associate Director, Molly Hampton, to be added to our English Conversation Groups
- Yale students, scholars, or their family members
- You must be fully vaccinated and boosted, and be able to provide proof of vaccination if asked
- These classes are for adults only; please do not bring your children with you to class
- We will also be following all university event and mask guidelines
At these sessions you can expect to:
- practice your English conversational skills
- check in and connect with other international community members
- get to know local volunteers who lead the sessions
Spring Schedule:
Please review the schedule below for the spring. There is no registration needed for these sessions, you can simply show-up to attend, but please confirm your eligibility above.
These sessions will begin on Monday, February 6th and run until Thursday, May 11, 2023.
General Notes:
- All sessions will take place from 1:15-2:15pm. Please note that OISS will be closed from 12-1pm every day for lunch, so please don’t arrive any earlier than 1pm for the sessions.
- All sessions will take place downstairs at OISS, 421 Temple Street. There is no longer a Zoom option for any of these sessions.
- Mondays – Facilitator Ron
- Tuesdays – no sessions
- Wednesdays – Facilitator Suzanne
- Thursdays – Facilitator Michael
- Fridays – Facilitator Charlie
No sessions on the following holidays:
- Good Friday, Friday, April 15
Additional English Language Programs at Yale
The ELP was created specifically to support the English language academic and professional development needs of Yale students and scholars. The ELP offers academic courses in speaking, writing, vocabulary, Teaching in the American Classroom, and Professional Communication Skills to prepare students for their academic classes, teaching, professional presentations, and careers beyond Yale. The twelve-week courses meet in the Center for Language Study (CLS) Well-equipped multimedia facilities with specialized software and self-study material are also available for use in the CLS by Yale international students and scholars with a valid ID.
Offered during Yale Summer Session B, these non-credit summer certificate programs offer international students the opportunity to participate in the classroom experience offered by our amazing instructors. You’ll improve your English and develop skills that will help you with your academic or professional careers.
Additional English Language Programs in the Community
Please see our English Resources & Adult Education page for more programs & resources.
