...been alone, away from home, and wished for someone to talk to? Wanted to know more about another country or culture? Wanted to make friends with someone from another country? Wished you could do something to promote understanding between cultures?
The window for Spring 2023 student applications is closed. All new student applications will be considered beginning the week of May 22, 2023.
This program is for all international students who attend bet36365体育. Whether you are an English Language Institute student, a one semester study abroad, or in your final year of your studies, the International Friendship Program is a great opportunity. You will be able to meet up with a local host to experience life in Nebraska. This gives you the chance to practice English in a relaxed setting, build friendships, and make connections in the community. This is also a great program to apply to with a friend! Many of our hosts will have multiple students at a time. Each individual student needs to fill out an application, and then just mention on your application form the other student you want to have a host with.
The time commitment is one year. You will be asked to meet up with your hosts 1- 2 times a month on average during that year. You are also asked to communicate and set up meet up times with your hosts and let them know ahead of time if you cannot make the meet up. We also want you to invite your hosts to bet36365体育! If there is an event on campus, your hosts are always welcome to join you!
The International Friendship program connects international students with Kearney area families or individuals for the purpose of communication, cultural sharing and enjoying activities together. It gives students the opportunity to meet and enjoy the friendship of area community members and to experience American culture and customs in a family setting, which helps them gain an understanding of these things more quickly than they would otherwise. It also gives students the opportunity to share about their country and culture and practice English language skills.
If you are ready to get started, please complete the host/student application form or contact Dr. Chance Bell.
Dr. Chance Bell
Program Coordinator
Email: iss@024lunwen.com
"This has been the most important experience for me in the U.S. because I have learned a lot about the culture and English language. My family is the best, and they always make me feel at home."