Conversation Partner Program 

What is the Conversation Partner Program?

The purpose of the Center for International Education's Conversation Partner program is to foster the meaningful interaction between international students and native English speakers. The program pairs international students who would like to practice their practice their conversational English skills outside the classroom with native English speakers wo can capitalize on the wonderful opportunity to learn about another culture while teaching English. 

Members of the Conversation Partner Program attend informal meetings to discuss a variety of cultural topics and issues throughout the academic year.

Why International Students Should Participate:

• To learn first-hand about American life
• To adjust faster to a new culture
• To share your culture with an American
• To improve your conversational English ability

Why Native English Speakers Should Participate:

• To learn first hand about another culture, especially beneficial if you are thinking about Study Abroad
• To learn a new language 
• To gain experience working with people from other countries

The Center for International Education recently held its first Conversation Partner Social, introducing more than 30 students to their Conversation Partners. Conversation Partners meet one hour each week, one-on-one at a mutually convenient time and place. 

If you are interested in joining this program, contact mmoore62@hccfl.edu or international@hccfl.edu for more information.