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Description

The Conversation Partners Program is a volunteer program that matches international graduate students who want to practice their conversational English skills with a member of the BC community. The purpose of this program is to help connect people across the university for conversation, cultural exchange and friendship.

Expectations

  • Partners are expected to contact each other to set up a regular meeting time.
  • Meeting locations are set  up by the partners. You may find a good place on campus to talk over lunch, coffee etc. (Murray House, Hillside Cafe etc) or meet off-campus.
  • Meet for a mininum of a hour a week.
  • Submit a program evaluation form.

BC Chronicle
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1st Annual CPP Luncheon
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Benefits


International Students   English Speakers
-Practice English
-Exposure to US culture
-Personal development
-Meet New People
  -Practice Teaching skills
-Cultural Awareness
-Communication Skills
-Meet New People
-Add to your résumé 

Become a Conversation Partner

The OISS is currently not taking applications for the fall 2011 semester. If you are interested in participating in CPP next semester, please contact the OISS at bcis@bc.edu.