Let's welcome our new tutor, Laurie Corbin! She will share how she joined the EBLP and her tutoring story! How I joined the EBLP Having recently retired from teaching French at the university level for my entire career, I was very happy to learn of the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program. Language and literature—our abilities to … Continue reading Meet the Tutor: Laurie Corbin
International Neighbors Gathering: Potluck at Donna Cole’s on Saturday
Dear International Neighbors and EBLP friends, Happy Summer Solstice! I hope you all enjoyed last week’s Juhannus celebration in Hancock and Bridgefest—so much summer fun around town! It’s time for our annual summer potluck at Donna and Tom’s house!Saturday, June 27, starting at 11:00 AM, and we plan to eat at noon. End of Summer … Continue reading International Neighbors Gathering: Potluck at Donna Cole’s on Saturday
Chinese Classes from Shasha Zhang
Shasha Zhang has been graciously volunteering her time for several years to teach Chinese on a weekly basis to a mix of about six to eight dedicated students, most of us having started with little to no Chinese. To our amazement and delight, Shasha’s patient and friendly teaching has guided us through a maze of … Continue reading Chinese Classes from Shasha Zhang
Student Testimonial: Dilka Liyana Arachchige
Starting my Ph.D. journey in a new country was both exciting and overwhelming, especially because of the language barrier. When I first moved to Houghton, my English proficiency was very limited, and even simple conversations felt challenging. I struggled with speaking, writing, and understanding others, which made both daily life and academic work difficult. Because … Continue reading Student Testimonial: Dilka Liyana Arachchige
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