Cultural Activities
Programs offered by the UNI Culture and Intensive English Program enhance the quality of language instruction by providing hands-on opportunities for cultural enrichment. A variety of activities are provided to fulfill a variety of needs.
Conversation Partners
It includes weekly interaction with UNI students, and helps learners maintain regular practice while gaining assistance in the process of adaptation to American culture.
Talk Tuesday
Talk Tuesday volunteers are asked to help facilitate discussion with students/participants during our hour-long weekly sessions.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program
This program provides an opportunity for students to speak one-on-one or in small groups with a native English speaker.
International Friendship Program
The International Friendship Program, a non-residential visitation program, connects students to the culture of their immediate community while trips to local cities allow them to grow in their knowledge of the state of Iowa and the United States in general.