The course will parallel an English I class, and in consultation with that course's instructor, will help students adjust to the content and the types of reading and writing assignments required in a literature class. An intensive, non-credit bearing course offered during the intercession period between the end of the fall semester and the beginning of the spring semester, this seminar offers valuable means for graduate students and research scholars to identify and improve upon their practical communication skills within their field of study. Students identify areas for improvement within an academic setting, and focus on these goals during an intensive, week-long period. Designed with graduate students and research assistants in mind, this course focuses on developing the specific skills needed to succeed as a teaching assistant, research assistant, post-doc, or laboratory personnel. This course is offered during the fall semester, as an evening class once a week.
Undergraduate students have the option to earn credit.
This course is free for graduate students, research scholars and their spouses. This group meets once a week for two hours, and plans activities and field trips of interest to the participants. It is a chance to develop friendships and practice English, while participating in activities such as ceramics, arts and crafts, regional cooking, berry picking and others. Women are encouraged to bring their children of all ages. Please call 656-4296.