Welcome to English Corner! We are a student-run organization with members from countries all across the world. We meet in the Illini Union! Our goal is to give international students an American experience -- with real relationships and fun.
WEEKLY: We meet Thursday nights at 5:30 in the Illini Union (during the school year, fall through spring.) These weekly meetings highlight parts of American culture that helps international students and visitors gain a better understanding of American culture and make lasting friendships. Students get a chance to interact with English-speaking members, as well as other people from all kinds of different places. These events are engaging, informative, and most importantly, fun! If you are looking for a place to practice your English and learn about culture, this is the place for you!
MONTHLY: Each month we do an exciting event. Events include Corn Maze, Apple Orchard, Thanksgiving Dinner, Halloween party and Haunted House trip, dinner in American homes, American Cookouts, skydiving, six flags, trips to Chicago, and so much more!!
DAILY: We provide a variety of conversation groups hosted by American leaders where you can build real friendships, practice your English, and have fun. Click on the "Conversation Groups" tab to get more information about these small groups.
Our events and groups are usually FREE and open to everyone! Sign up to receive emails about weekly events, as well as special outings... so you don't miss out!
WEEKLY: We meet Thursday nights at 5:30 in the Illini Union (during the school year, fall through spring.) These weekly meetings highlight parts of American culture that helps international students and visitors gain a better understanding of American culture and make lasting friendships. Students get a chance to interact with English-speaking members, as well as other people from all kinds of different places. These events are engaging, informative, and most importantly, fun! If you are looking for a place to practice your English and learn about culture, this is the place for you!
MONTHLY: Each month we do an exciting event. Events include Corn Maze, Apple Orchard, Thanksgiving Dinner, Halloween party and Haunted House trip, dinner in American homes, American Cookouts, skydiving, six flags, trips to Chicago, and so much more!!
DAILY: We provide a variety of conversation groups hosted by American leaders where you can build real friendships, practice your English, and have fun. Click on the "Conversation Groups" tab to get more information about these small groups.
Our events and groups are usually FREE and open to everyone! Sign up to receive emails about weekly events, as well as special outings... so you don't miss out!
Here is what some of our international friends have said:
"English Corner is like a home away from home for me. I remember the very first day I went to English Corner. I was a little bit nervous, a little bit shy, but what surprised me is that everyone there welcomed me, hugged me in such a way that I felt so warm. Everyone treats us like we are their own sons or daughters."
"One day I was browsing some websites and a Disney advertisement popped up. It says Disneyland is a place where magic happens. It's the happiest place on earth. And I thought... hmm, isn't that English Corner? English Corner is a place where laughter never ends." Hsiang-Ting Chen, Taiwan
"English Corner plays the most important role in my life in the US. It offers mental and spiritual sustenance and provides a wonderful environment for practicing English. I always have a lot of fun and love here."
Yao-Wen Chen
"English Corner is like a home away from home for me. I remember the very first day I went to English Corner. I was a little bit nervous, a little bit shy, but what surprised me is that everyone there welcomed me, hugged me in such a way that I felt so warm. Everyone treats us like we are their own sons or daughters."
"One day I was browsing some websites and a Disney advertisement popped up. It says Disneyland is a place where magic happens. It's the happiest place on earth. And I thought... hmm, isn't that English Corner? English Corner is a place where laughter never ends." Hsiang-Ting Chen, Taiwan
"English Corner plays the most important role in my life in the US. It offers mental and spiritual sustenance and provides a wonderful environment for practicing English. I always have a lot of fun and love here."
Yao-Wen Chen