The Host Family Program is designed to promote cultural exchange between international students and local families. As part of the program, volunteers invite students to share in family celebrations, as well as sports or cultural events, at least once a month. Volunteers may be from single or multigenerational households. Host families do not provide living accommodations for the students. The Speak English With Us Program matches community volunteers with international students, faculty and researchers from both the Hilltop and Medical campuses who want to improve their understanding of the English language and culture.
Volunteers meet weekly with a participant at a mutually convenient location.
Volunteers are not required to be trained teachers or have any special language skills. For more information, call the International Office at 935-5910.