ESL Summer Seminar
(July 19 – August 15, 2009 )
The ESL Summer Seminary is a program created for international students who wish to learn English and experience American culture and university life in a short-term summer experience. The ESL Summer Seminar is a welcoming on-campus experience, offering you the opportunity to:
- practice oral and written communication in English
- improve your pronunciation of American English
- learn about special topics through academic seminars
- participate in media presentations on American culture
- prepare for the IBT TOEFL
- visit local attractions in Michigan
- meet American college students and professors
- experience college life by living in a college dorm
- assess your English readiness for university study
- learn about the programs and services EMU offers
Sample Curriculum
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Students will practice oral and written academic tasks commonly required in university courses, as well as overall English communication. Students will participate in seminars on special topics in various academic fields and practice TOEFL preparation. Students will also learn about American culture through music, video and other media presentations. These courses are non-credit bearing. Students will receive a certificate of completion at the conclusion of the program. |
Sample Schedule
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Mon - Thu |
Fri |
| 9 am - 11:30 am | Grammar and Writing | English Workshop (Morning) |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | Lunch | - |
| 1:00 - 3:30 | Speaking and Listening | Cultural outings half day or full day |
| 3:00 - 4:00 | Break | |
| 4:00 - 6:00 | TOEFL Prep | |
| 6:00 - 7:00 | Dinner | |
| 7:00 - 9:00 | Culture and Special Topics |
EMU Campus Services
All students in the ESL Summer Seminar will have full access to the library, computer labs, dining facility, the recreation center, and the health center.
Cultural Activities
Students will visit the Henry Ford Museum and other local museums, go to a professional baseball game, go to a local amusement park, go canoeing and picnicking at local parks, and shop at local malls.
ESL Summer Seminar Cost
The cost for the ESL Summer Seminar includes: registration fee; housing; dining; course fees; course materials; orientation materials; transportation and admission to all scheduled activities and airport transportation to and from campus. Students will be responsible for some meals and souvenir shopping. A detailed schedule will be provided with each confirmation of registration.
Early registration by May 8: $3,000.00 (USD).
Regular registration May 9 - May 31: $3,300.00 (USD).
Application
For information on application materials, students should contact the ESL Program at esl@emich.edu. To download the application form click here:
Students who live overseas must obtain an F-1 visa and are required to
submit the following documents with their application:
1) Registration form
2) A financial statement (form included in registration form)
3) Proof of Health Insurance (form included in regisration form)
4) Statement of Questions
5) A copy of your Passport
For more information, contact:
ESL Program
Kim Anderson
212 Alexander
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
phone: 734-487-0338
email: esl@emich.edu
Travel Dates:
Plan to arrive at EMU on July 18 or 19, and plan to depart campus on or before August 15.
Location:
EMU is located in culturally and environmentally diverse southeast Michigan, about 64 kilometers west of Detroit and 16 kilometers east of Ann Arbor, in historic Ypsilanti. The area is characterized by metropolitan growth and economic transformation and is rich in academic, research, technological and recreational resources.
Eastern Michigan University
The 23,862 students enrolled in 2004-2005 included 19,000 undergraduates, 4,862 graduate students, and nearly 1,000 international students. EMU students represent 47 U.S. states and 117 World countries. The Division of Academic Affairs delivers programming through five degree-granting colleges and the Graduate School; offers more than 400 majors, minors and concentrations as well as 85 graduate degree/certification programs in 31 departments.