You think you know English and the U.S. well?

Have confidence about your English reading skills and knowledge about American culture, how much can you understand about the following article without a dictionary?

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/11/opinion/11dowd.html?_r=1

After reading this article, how do you feel?

Our cultural program will help you be better integrated into the student and local communities, and to enhance and enjoy your experience while studying at UF. Here You can:

• easily make friends with both Chinese national student and American students
• Practice and improve your English language skills through active participation in our colorful learning activities
• have in-depth discussion with our speakers and group leaders about interesting topics.

This is an English language and cultural exchange workshop. Get together with your friends to have fun, improve your English language skills and learn about American history and culture.

You are invited to our weekly cultural program start from September 2nd, 2010!

Come and join us every Thursday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm!

Scheduled Speakers

1. Topic: Dr. Peng will tell us about his experiences learning English and adjusting to life in America.

Time: 9/02/10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Place: Reitz Union 2nd floor meeting room

Speaker: Yong G Peng, M.D., Ph.D.

Associate Professor, UF, Departments of Anesthesiology and Surgery,

Director, Cardiothoracic Anesthesia Fellowship

2. Topic: What is happening with Chinese Studies and Language at UF?

Time: 9/09/10, 7:00pm - 9：00pm

Place: Reitz Union 2nd floor meeting room

Speaker: Dr. Cynthia Chennault

Associate Professor, UF, Dept of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Special events: Meet UF students to partner with for English-Chinese language and culture sessions. Set website site to link-up students

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