FAMILY CONNECTIONS
Local families invite students and scholars, and their families, to join them for dinner on major holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Such could also be on any other occasion mutually agreed to. They could also invite students to join them for a concert or other special event, hiking, skiing, or other activity. When requested by Office of Global Engagement (OGE), they may also provide a temporary place to stay in Cache Valley until housing arrangements are made.
Contact: Manijeh Nouraei (usuifpfamilyconnections@gmail.com)
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Students will enjoy visits to national parks, ice skating, snowshoeing and skiing in the winter, hiking and canoeing during the summer and fall. Some activities our students enjoyed over the past year also include sledding, sleigh ride at Hardware Ranch, and ice fishing. See also IFP hiking program below.
Contact: Jack Greene
(jackisgreene@yahoo.com)
CONVERSATION GROUPS & RESOURCES
These are organized on a regular basis share cultures and focus on helping students practice their English with American USU students as well as members of the community.
Contact: Debi Evans (debi.evans222@gmail.com)
SPECIAL EVENTS
These are held to bring larger groups of students and members of the community together. They include activities like the International Student Banquet, other International festivals, hiking, back-to-school party, and other get-togethers.
Contact: Kirk Peterson (geowizpete@hotmail.com)
AFFILIATED PROGRAMS
OFFICE OF GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT
The Office of Global Engagement provides services and support for USU’s international students and visiting scholars; immigration advising for F and J visas; international undergraduate admissions; study abroad opportunities; and international agreements for cooperation and exchange.
IFP HIKERS
International students and their families, community member and friends are invited to come enjoy our spectacular outdoors. The group meets at Aggie Ice Cream parking lot for carpooling. Hikers are advised to bring your own water and snacks. Bring your own lunch for longer hikes beginning in June. It is participant’s responsibility to be sure the hike is within their ability and stamina, and to have adequate clothing, food, water, and sun protection. If raining on Saturday, the hike will be rescheduled for Sunday, subject to a leader being available for the hike. Coordinators are Nathan and Chris Hult, 435-764-1961, 435-764-2678, nathanhult@gmail.com and cnhult@comcast.net.
THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTER
The English Language Center of Cache Valley, Inc., teaches English, basic life skills, U.S. Citizenship preparation, and employment education to adult speakers of other languages. These services act as a catalyst for real education-based change leading to opportunities for individual and community prosperity, self-sufficiency, and cultural integration. USU International students and adult family members are welcome to attend.
Located at 1544 N 200 W, Logan. For further information, contact the following: elc@elc-cv.org (435) 750-6534.
INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE (IELI)
Since 1972, Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) has created a supportive and engaging environment that promotes the development of linguistic and academic skills and intercultural competence necessary for international students, scholars and professionals to be successful in their academic pursuits at USU and become independent citizens and leaders in a constantly changing world. IELI is passionate about student-teacher relationships for mutual development in and beyond the classroom, respectful and inclusive environment offering opportunity for diverse perspectives, promoting student autonomy and leadership through collaborative projects and activities, engaged learning for success in local and global communities, and continued professional and personal growth.