Crossroads – English Studies

English Studies for Internationals

CROSSROADS ministry offers internationals in the Capital District the chance to learn more about American language, culture and friendships. As you stand at a new crossroads in your life, we are here to serve you. Primarily, CROSSROADS offers Conversational English classes in different venues. All English classes are taught by caring volunteer teachers from the community. The school year is divided into two terms: Fall and Winter/Spring. Class sizes are usually small, most having fewer than 10 students. Maximum class size is 15 students.

Our students come from all over the globe. Some are international students and scholars or family members, others are immigrants and refugees. Everyone is welcome.

Conversational English Class
The Conversational English classes at CROSSROADS are useful to anyone seeking to improve their English conversation skills. We provide 4 levels of English—so, at time of registration, you will be placed into a class level according to your current English fluency. All students must register before participating in class.

Spring 2010 Classes

Semester: January 18 – May 17
Schedule: Monday Nights, 7-9PM
Cost: $40 per person (includes the textbook)
($20 for returning students who own the textbook)

Registration: Monday January 11, 7-9pm (late registration Jan. 18 & 25 @ 6:30 pm)
Location: Pineview Community Church, 251 Washington Ave Ext., Albany, NY 12205

Rides are available.  Please contact us to schedule a pick-up.
Childcare is available for $2 per class.

For more information, contact the church at 456-6777 or ferguson.wm@gmail.com

English Club

CROSSROADS English Club provides an opportunity for students and scholars at SUNY to practice their English with friends and native English Speakers in an informal environment. Each week we host a topical discussion (family, food, etc.) with everyone encouraged to participate. All levels are welcome.

Spring 2010 Schedule

Semester: Start date TBA
Schedule: TBA
Cost: Free
Location: SUNY Uptown Campus, Room TBA

For more information, contact Rick at 847-7756 or rvanluik@yahoo.com

English Cafe

CROSSROADS English Cafe allows English language learners the chance to practice their English during the daytime with friends and native English Speakers. Come enjoy a cup of coffee/tea and conversation in an informal environment. Each week we host a topical discussion (family, food, etc.) with everyone encouraged to participate. All levels are welcome.

Spring 2009 Semester: Jan. 7 – May 27
Schedule: Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:00 am.
Students can stay for the International Bible study at 11am if interested.
Cost: Free
Location: City Harvest Church, 585 Central Ave (the corner of North Main & Central), Albany
Childcare is provided

For more information, contact Tracy at mtvincent@verizon.net

Other Events

Through out the school year, CROSSROADS offers social events for our students and their families, like apple pie baking, game nights, Christmas cookie decorating, picnics and more.  We also pair interested students with American Friendship Partners so they can celebrate traditional American holidays and hobbies. We want to give our students the chance to fully participate in American culture, and make new friends from the USA and all over the globe.

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