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English Connections

Thursdays, 5:30 PM in Cooper Library in Room 204

An informal gathering of native and non-native English speakers where we practice English and learn more about each other. It's fun, relaxing, and a chance to connect with others. Open to Clemson scholars and their families. Thursdays from 5:30pm-7pm in Cooper Library Room 204. See you there! Contact the Director of English Language Programs Jen Brondell at jbronde@clemson.edu for more information.

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Conversation Pairs

Meeting Weekly

This program pairs one international student with one domestic student. Over the course of the semester, they will meet weekly, build a lasting friendship, learn about each other's culture, explore events around Clemson, and more! Contact the Director of English Language Programs Jen Brondell for more information.

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Verification of English Skills Test

(VEST)

We are here to help you understand the Verification of English Skills Test (VEST) given by English Language Programs to teaching assistants who use English as their second language, also called International Teaching Assistants (ITAs).

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TEFL

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

The TEFL Program is not currently being offered, but we continue to serve as a resource for learning about how to get TEFL certified and how to teach English abroad. Click below for more details and contact information.

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