Conversation Partners
The College of Architecture Conversation Partner Program is a volunteer program that pairs international students, staff and faculty with students, staff and faculty from the United States. Participants are matched with one another to assist with English conversation skill development, build cross-cultural relationships among students, staff and faculty and increase cross-school communication. This program strives to build bridges between international participants and U.S. participants through communication and interaction.
Joining the conversation partner program can help you:
- Improve English language speaking abilities and fluency
- Learn about other cultures
- Make a new friend from a different culture
- Boost confidence in engaging in dialogue across campus with students, faculty and staff
- Share in communication and cultural experiences
- Expand your worldview
Expectations of the Program:
- One semester commitment
- Attend Conversation Partner orientation meeting
- Meet with your partner for a minimum of one hour, once a week, for the entire semester
- Expected to meet either on campus or in a mutually agreeable and convenient location
- Respond to a survey about your experience at the end of the semester
Share your experience:
- https://www.facebook.com/TexasDiversity
- diversity@arch.tamu.edu