ISM

Welcome, Internationals 

Our largest International program is Global Friends (formerly known as “TGIF”). It is a community that welcomes Internationals from all around the world!  If you would like to receive our weekly announcement email, please email Stew at stewb@upc.org 

Our Fall 2010 Global Friends Schedule 

We meet on Friday from 6:00– 9:30pm at University Presbyterian church in Seattle: 

4540 Fifteenth Ave. NE, on the third floor. Getting to Global Friends. 

Meet Our Teachers 

Pronunciation

Led by Vivienne and John

In this class we will focus on difficult consonant and vowel sounds. We will also practice the important elements of rhythm, stress, and intonation which are just as necessary in order to be understood in any spoken language.

US History and Culture

Led by Nancy and Laura

TBA

Grace and Truth

Led by Jaci

TBA

Toastmasters 

(Intermediate to Advanced English, Membership fee) 

Facilitated by Ardi and Valerie

Toastmasters is a structured program designed to build confidence through developing communication and leadership skills. Participants become a member of the club, where they practice communication and evaluation skills. Leadership skills are developed through leading meetings and becoming officers in the club. Email address: valerieinseattle@yahoo.com.

US Finance

Led by Jack

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TBA

Led by Ricardo and Robin

All languages use idioms and catch-phrases.  We will explore this aspect of spoken English through lively discussion and reflections on recognizing, interpreting and using these language features effectively.

 English Through American Music 

Led by Ralph

This class is designed to teach English thru the use of music. It will help with listening skills as well as vocabulary as we go through the meaning of the words used in the songs. We Will Discuss: How the artists’ view contrast with other worldviewsVocabulary from the lyrics The interpretation of the song American history related to the music American culture related to history

Acts

(For Advanced English) 

Led by David

How did faith in Jesus Christ begin with 12 men and grow to billions?  The book of Acts gives us the history of the early Christian church and the spread of the gospel of Jesus Christ, as well as the mounting opposition to it.  See how Jesus continued to teach and to work in the world after his crucifixion and resurrection.  Watch the Holy Spirit guide and protect the Apostles.  Hear the first Christian sermon.

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