My name is Hung Dang I come from Viet Nam. I have been studying in ESLI at MSU for 3 months. I think that is good chance for me, an international student, to improve my English skills before entering the university. The ESLI course helps me to develop not only the English ability but also confidence. Teachers in ESLI are very friendly and well prepared. Besides teaching they also help me to adapt to new environment. I very appreciate what they did for me. After 3 months living at MSU I have learn many thing about the American culture and US mentality. Moreover, studying in ELSI I have made many international friends. We study together, help each other and have many wonderful memories.

Dang, Hung Tran - Vietnam

I chose this course because they told me that it was good for my English. Up to now I have not chosen wrong. I remember the first time I went to The USA, I could write and read English but the most difficult for me is listening and speaking English. I had no experience about listening to native English speakers. I had heard Vietnamese speak English; of course, it was very different. I really had many problems the first time in ESLI. My first class is writing I was so scared; however, my teacher made me feel confident because she has a good method. ESLI teachers help international students to feel comfortable and confident, it leads them to have enough confidence to speak English loudly. During my time in ESLI, I made many friends from many countries; they are really friendly and funny. They help me practice English every day, I feel that I am at home and they are my siblings. ESLI is a good environment to study English, and the teachers help students improve not only English but also traditional culture knowledge. I have found many interesting things about Lake Charles. The third thing I would like to mention is ESLI method. ESLI provides many interesting English books; student can study and practice English easily; so my English is getting better and better. I believe I made the right choice when I decided to take an ESLI course.

Dao, Mai Ngoc - Vietnam

I really enjoyed classes in ESLI. I had opportunities to study, practice and improve my English skills which are very important to my future career. The teachers are very friendly. They are willing to answer my questions not only about the English languages but also about American culture and life. I have met a lot of friends from around the world who helped me to understand a lot about the other countries’ culture. I really had a good and unforgettable time studying in ESLI.

Le, Ha Thi Thanh - Vietnam

Hi everybody, my name is Hang Le from Vietnam. My major is Master of Business Administration at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana. I’ve been here for just over 2 months, but I do not find it difficult to get used to living here. You know, before deciding to go to America for studying, I had considered many things including English. “Should I take a TOFLE exam or an ESLI course?” was the question on my mind. After taking advantages and disadvantages of each into account, I chose ESLI although my undergraduate major in Vietnam was English, and it would not be too hard for me to pass a TOFLE exam. However, ESLI turned out to be the best choice for me because I would have time experiencing myself in this country, practicing my English with native speakers, and learning the ways to get smooth at a new studying environment before taking the MBA course. One great thing is that ESLI teachers are so helpful and experienced. They not only taught me English but also helped me understand more about American people, cultures and customs. Especially, I made friends with a lot of students from different countries. It was really interesting to discover new things from my friends. As a result, after graduating from ESLI, I feel completely confident to start my major as a fresh MBA student.

Le, Hang Thanh - Vietnam

My name is Tri Le, I'm from Vietnam. I came here about two years ago. I could not speak English when I came here. After two years of studying in the ESLI program, my English skills have improved a lot. I think ESLI is a very good program and environment for students who want to learn English. Also, the teachers are very nice. They help me a lot. I think the USA has a lot of English program, but I think ESLI is the best. I like my classmates. They are from different countries and they bring their own cultures here. I have learnt many things from them.

Le, Tri Van - Vietnam

My name is Tu. I am from Vietnam. Before entering a university in America, I want to practice English skills. Many of my friends who are MSU students now told me that studying in the US would be difficult although I have studied English for three years in my country. So I chose ESLI to help me with five skills: writing, speaking and listening, reading, intensive skill and grammar. At first, I could not understand what people said, but I could understand what the teachers said because they tried to slow down and pronounce every word clearly. After two month, my English is better. I can understand my roommate, an American girl. Now, I feel more confident in speaking English. I want to thank ESLI for helping me. On the other hand, it’s not only studying. There are many activities on campus. You can join in and have fun. I think ESLI is a good choice for me and international students who speak English as a second language.

Ngo, Tu Thanh - Vietnam

I have been studying in the ESLI program at McNeese State University for more than three months, and it is the most wonderful experience I have ever had. First, I have many international friends from China, Turkey, Indonesia, Columbia, Taiwan, and Korea who widen my knowledge by understanding their culture and languages. We really had great time to study, play, and live together as a big family. Although I miss my family and my friends in Vietnam, I gradually feel better and can adapt with this new interesting environment. Second, I have improved my English by studying at ESLI program. I have studied English six days with seven hour per day with English teachers who have taught us with all their enthusiasm. In ESLI, we study writing, reading, grammar, intensive skills, listening and speaking; in each subject, we do many projects, presentations, researches, and debates; moreover, we act like we are studying in an American university. ESLI provides me a careful preparation for my higher education in the future and helps me to understand more about not only American culture but also academic program. I appreciate my English teachers in ELSI very much and will never forget this great semester. Choosing to study in American University is a big challenge and difficult decision I made, but I think I trained carefully in ESLI at McNeese University and can eager to adapt with higher education after finishing ESLI program. Studying in ESLI, I have studied not only English but also developed my social skills and prepared for my future life.

Nguyen, Anh Hoang Lan - Vietnam

I am the international student in English as a Second Language International ( ESLI). After finishing successfully the English programs at ESLI, I will pursue MBA at McNeese State University. Since I came here on January 16th 2006, I have realized that ESLI life is one of the most interesting and unforgettable periods. Studying at ESLI is different from studying in my home country. First, I have many opportunities to learn, practice and use English in real and practical ways. I have many friends from different countries like Thailand, Indonesia, China so that besides practicing English I also have chances to learn and discover new cultures, ways of thinking, history, customs and lifestyles. Moreover, this is the first time I live far from home, the university environment trains me how to live independently. While studying here, I understand the lessons more easily and expand my knowledge because teachers are so professional and enthusiastic . They are always willing to give me a hand and valuable advice. I am always grateful my teachers because I think I can not be successful without my teachers' help. However, adapting to a new environment is a real challenge for every foreign student, which requires me to put my best foot forward to become successful in the U.S.

Nguyen, Anh Ngoc - Vietnam

"I have been here at ESLI for almost six weeks. I am happy I am here. First, at ESLI I have chances to meet and make friends with many people from other countries. Second, at ESLI I can improve my English very quickly. I remember the first day I came here, I couldn't understand what people said. But now everything has changed, after only six weeks, I can understand nearly 70% of what people say, and I can communicate with others easily. I love ESLI and I suggest coming here to study. ESLI at WKU is the best choice for you if you intend to study English in the U.S."

Nguyen, Chien-Anh - Vietnam

The first day when I came to Lake Charles, I did not have any friend. I tried to look for an apartment but did not have a car. Then I came and talk to one of the teachers at ESLI. I did not think that they could help me so much like that. She called someone and immediately two people came and helped me. They took me around and tried to figure out a good place for me to stay. Luckily, I found a very nice apartment to share with a Vietnamese girl and it was not expensive for a newcomer like me. Now it has been three months and I have made friends with many people all over the world. The best part of my life here is the ESLI course. I can clearly realize how much better I have gotten since then. I am always feel free to talk and to give my ideas in ESLI. All the teachers are very helpful and enthusiastic. The lessons themselves are never boring but full of knowledge and fun. It is really wonderful memory of my life here, in the USA.

Nguyen, Diem Thi Hong - Vietnam

Studying in America is not only a great opportunity but also a challenge to me because America and Vietnam have completely different cultures and lifestyles. Taking ESLI course in MSU, in Lake Charles, LA is the best choice for me to easily approach American culture and education before I go to university. I really love it here in Lake Charles. It is a small, quiet and safe city and the best study environment. Besides, the weather here is not too hot and humid which is similar to my country, and this makes me feel like being home. Especially, people in Lake Charles are very kind and friendly. They like to talk to others so I can communicate with them to improve my English. MSU is also a good college with the beautiful campus, great individual intention and outstanding professors. In ESLI, I had numerous chances to improve my English skills including Grammar, Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading. ESLI offered qualified books which can help students get academic English knowledge. Moreover, our wonderful teachers help us apply what we learned in real life. This is the first time that I lived far away from my parents and I have to arrange my life, deal with problems and handle stress. Thanks to our devoted teachers, I know how to overcome them to be more independent and flexible. In ESLI, I made friends with a lot of international students. We learned from others about different cultures and languages and we were willing to help others to solve the problems that we all face when we first came to America. I was very glad that through some outside activities, we had chances to get to know others and learn how to cooperate with people. In my opinion, ESLI is the first step for every international student to get used to living and studying in America. It played a vital part in improving not only my English but also my social skills. At last, I am thankful to ESLI for the great time studying there and the experiences I learned. In my mind, ESLI is always considered as my second home.

Nguyen, Hien Thao Thu - Vietnam

Hello everybody. My name is Kien Nguyen Tri and I come from Viet Nam. I have studied at ESLI since June, 2009. The time at ESLI was really interesting and I met many new friends from different countries. The teachers are friendly and have many years experience teaching. They helped me not only understand about English grammar and usage but also know more about people and cultures of America. Now, I have an independent life of my family. Therefore, I learned how to deal with problems and how to control time and money by myself. I also feel more confident to have conversations with the international students and the native people here. I want to give thanks to all my teachers and friends who helped me a lot to adapt to the new wonderful life.

Nguyen, Kien Tri - Vietnam

My name is Linh. I am from Viet Nam. I have studied ESLI courses for 2 semesters. After finishing my intermediate class last fall semester, my English improved a lot. Now, my advanced class is going to end soon and I fell more confident speaking English than I did before. I really thank the ESLI teachers who help me so much in learning English are enthusiastic. As an ESLI student, I always have a chance to express my thoughts and ideas in class. ESLI is a totally great place for international students to get a preparation before attending to the university. Moreover, this is not only an English class but also an international community where we can learn different cultures from all over the world.

Nguyen, Linh Thi Thuy - Vietnam

I will never forget the time I spent studying English in ESLI at McNeese State University because it was my first school in the United States and also because that is where my English has greatly improved. Thanks to the assisting of enthusiastic teachers at ESLI, I now can speak confidently and am ready to take the university's regular classes.

Nguyen, Long Truong - Vietnam

ESLI at McNeese is a friendly English center where I spent time to certify my English skills before I entered McNeese State University. Here, I have had both happy and weary experiences. Although this is not my first time to live in a foreign country, my time living in the United States is probably the longest. When I came here, I felt lonely and lacked power because not only was I a stranger to everyone, but I also did not have any acquaintances here. Because I was living in a new place, I often felt like I had no control over my own life. Therefore, I sometimes felt really depressed even though I was not homesick. At that time, however, ESLI brought friends to me. Although my ESLI friends were not as close to me as my friends from home and they came from different countries, they still helped me to forget the feeling of boredom and loneliness that I sometimes had. In addition, ESLI's teachers were considerate and competent teachers who helped my English and my new life in America become better day by day.

Nguyen, Nghia Mai Chi - Vietnam

My name is Quy Nguyen . I am an international student from Vietnam, in which English is my second language. I intend to study Master of Business Administration in Mcneese next semester. Before I came here, I went to some consultant companies to ask them how I could study English in US before entering the university. They showed me some institutions, and ESLI is the one that caught my attention due to some academic reasons and cost. And now, I think my decision was a great choice. ESLI is a good program for me to improve my English skills and also helps me to study American living. I appreciate what ESLI instructors did to help me sharpen my English skills. ESLI is not only an institution from which I am learning many things about English, but also my second home where I was taught by great teachers. Right now, I am really happy by the manner that the teachers are teaching me. I enjoy my time here. Thanks ESLI for helping me. I had a blast and you make me feel ten feet tall.

Nguyen, Quy Van - Vietnam

Like other college students, after graduating from my university in Vietnam, I looked for a job with the bachelor degree in art, linguistics major. Since I received the Letter of Admissions to McNeese State University, everything in my life has been changing. Hoping to obtain the Master degree in Education, I came to the States. Only one semester at ESLI - McNeese, I have learned more than I thought. Obviously, the first thing is my English has been improved, especially my English communication skills. I am the only Vietnamese in class, so I have to use English everyday to communicate with my classmates. Not only the English communication skills but also writing and note-taking techniques, which I have not been taught when I was an undergraduate. The second thing is discipline. I used to be an unplanned student. I used to wait until the last day to study for my exams. Things have changed. ESLI teachers help us to schedule and keep track of our tests. The last one, which interests me most, is the international friendship among our classmates. My classmates come from other countries, i.e. China, Indonesia, Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand, but a lot of eastern Asian, so we have so many things in common. Talking with my classmates, I have known more about the countries around Vietnam, such as their cultures, their languages…. What impresses me most is the way we become closer to each other. It seems there is no language barrier between us. The time I have spent with them is one of my happiest times since I came to the States. What I have learned after one semester at ESLI - McNeese is more than those I had learned in any other English classes before. My English skills are improved, I can discipline myself in studying, and I know what international friendship is. I would like to send my thanks to all ESLI teachers who have helped me during my semester at ESLI. Nguyen, Thao Thu - Vietnam

Nguyen, Thao Thu - Vietnam

I remember vividly my first thought as I stepped off the plane. "I certainly am in a totally different country." The environment, the people, the food, and especially the language - all were so foreign to me that I felt overwhelmed. I didn't know how I was going to adapt. Even though I had already had a basic understanding of English before arriving, I still had to ask myself, "How am I going to learn to speak English properly? And will I ever be able to 'think' in this new language?" All these questions were answered when I was introduced to the ESLI program at Trinity Western University. I had an amazing group of teachers who made me feel right at home. I especially enjoyed the field trips to locations off the campus. They helped me to see the daily lifestyles and forms of entertainment that surrounded me in this new and exciting country. Besides learning English, what I came to appreciate the most was the opportunity to interact and build relationships with people from many different countries. Since then, the ESLI program has been proven to be a smooth transition for me to feel like being at home in the university. In April of 2004, I completed the Bachelor degree of Business Administration and now in my second year of the nursing program. The professors and students at TWU are friendly, and they have helped me to succeed in my chosen field of study. I feel very fortunate indeed to have been able to learn English and be a part of the programs offered at this university.

Nguyen, Thi Bich Huong - Vietnam

I have many memories in ESLI. First, I made new friends from other countries, besides the friends I met from my country. Therefore I have many close friends. My friends and I share everything together. Second, I feel my teachers in ESLI are very wonderful. Also, students in ESLI get to go on field trips. I think they are very interesting and wonderful. Finally, I got to see my first snow. I am very surprised about it. I hope I will find many more interesting things here. I hope my friends will always be happy in their new places.

Nguyen, Thuy Anh Phuong - Vietnam

My name is Thuy. I came from Vietnam. This is my first time in U.S and it is also the first time I went far away from home. Though there are many strange things and people, my teachers and my classmates in ESLI make me feel loved like I feel from my parents and my siblings. It was hard for me to communicate in the first days, but after two semesters, thanks to my teachers and classmates, that I will never forget, I have enough confidence now. I have improved quickly in communication, and in Reading, Writing, and Grammar. My teachers educate me not only English but also in American culture. Furthermore, my classmates coming from different countries help me become better in my interactions and know more about other cultures in the world.

Nguyen, Thuy Thi - Vietnam

My name is Trang Nguyen. I’m Vietnamese. I have been studying at Eastern University for nearly one year. Last semester, I was an ESLI student. At the beginning, I had some difficulties in listening and speaking English. But my professors helped me a lot. They corrected my grammar and pronunciation. Moreover, they exposed me to a wide range of vocabulary and idioms used daily by Americans so that I could understand and use them. Consequently, my English was improved considerably. After graduating from ESLI, I was ready to start the Bachelors in Business Administration at Eastern University. I am almost finished my course work for the first term here at EU. I am doing very well because I am studying hard, and especially, I have received a lot of great help from my academic advisor, my international advisor, my professors, and both my international and American friends. I am really enjoying my studies as well as my life here at Eastern University. And I hope my studying at Eastern University will help me become successful in the future.

Nguyen, Trang Thi Thuy - Vietnam

My name is Tuan Nguyen, I graduated from one of the best universities in Vietnam and had several years of work experience. My job was very good and stable. However, I wanted to get a promotion in my career and study experiences from another country. I decided study in US and to pursue my MBA. But I did not know how to begin because my English was not good enough. I found the ESLI program on the internet and started my challenge trip to US to realize my dream. ESLI was helped me much in improving my English. I learn 5 days a week and 5 hours a day, including 5 skills writing, speaking, listening, reading and grammar. The teachers are very kind and friendly. They helped me a lot, not only in studying English, but also in life here. When I have any problems, I came to talk with them and overcame the difficulties. After 3 months of studying in ESLI, I am very confident to enter university and to live in the US. I want to send my thanks to my teachers and especially ESLI very much.

Nguyen, Tuan Anh - Vietnam

My name is An Phan and I am from Vietnam. I have had 2 semesters in ESLI program. This was an unforgettable time for me. I had opportunity to improve my English skills. Besides, I met many new friends who came from other countries. In addition, friendly and enthusiasm ESLI teachers have taught me. As a result, my writing skill is much better than the first time and I can be confident to communicate with other people. I hope that the students in both my country and other countries can have a chance to study in ESLI as well as McNeese State University. I want to say thank you ESLI.

Pham, Anh Viet - Vietnam

My name is Pham Huu Thanh. I cam from HO Choi Minh City, Vietnam a year ago, and I am taking the MBA program at West Texas A&M University. I think this is really a good place for studying. It is quiet, safe, and the people are so friendly. When I first came here, I had a chance to take an English course in the ESLI Center, a language center located on campus. I think it is good for international students because ESLI helps the students prepare everything they need before getting into the University. I liked it because it helped me a lot. The teachers are so friendly and enthusiastic. Moreover, during my time studying in ESLI, I had a chance to take field trips to visit local landscapes. It was really interesting and useful. I finished the English course 4 months later and got into the University. In the university, I need to study harder, but the time and the schedule are more flexible. I can choose the classes and the professors that I like. When I need more materials, the books, the computer lab, and the library are always available for all the students. Besides, when I have free time, there is the Activity Center on campus where I can come and exercise. Everything is great. I think this is a really good place for students to study. Pham Huu Thanh - Vietnam

Pham, Huu Thanh - Vietnam

My name is Le, I come from Vietnam. I have spent almost 2 months here studying ESLI. The study environment in ESLI is extremely good. It is even better than I imagined. The teachers are nice and caring; they always listen to me whenever I have trouble not only in studying but also in adapting to my new life in the United States. I think ESLI at McNeese is the best choice for my skills in language so that I will have enough confidence in order to enroll in the MBA program at MSU. Thanks ESLI, thanks to the teachers, who helped me improve my English and made every class feel like home.

Pham, Le Khanh Thi - Vietnam

I am Trang Ha Pham. I am 18 years old. I took the ESLI program in advanced class in the Spring 2008.

ESLI program is the best English program in which I have studied. After just only 3 months, my English skills have improved faster than I imaged. Now, I can listen, write, read, and speak English fluently. These results are created not only by myself but also by the extra efforts of all teachers in the ESLI program. They are experienced, intimate, and very supportive. Teachers always explain whatever I don’t understand clearly and are ready to help to develop my English skills. Furthermore, during the time I participated in ESLI program, I have had chance to make the acquaintance of many good friends from all over the world and know more their cultures.

Pham, Trang Ha - Vietnam

Studying in ESLI at McNeese State University was the right decision for me. I not only learned English but also American culture from friendly and kind hearted teachers. ESLI teachers taught us English step by step patiently in order to make sure all of the students learned the lessons. Moreover, we had a small classroom size. So, the teachers had more time to help and understand each of students in the class. Our English improved very fast during the time we studied at ELSI. Furthermore, the teachers also gave us opportunities to communicate with English speaking students and professors to have more ideas about our future study environment at the University. By encouraging us to attend Homecoming events, International Student parties, and American Holidays with native people, ESLI teachers helped us to learn more about American culture. My biggest impression about the teachers at ESLI was they guided us through the document process to obtain University scholarships that we do not usually see at other schools. I would recommend ESLI at McNeese for international students who want to study in the US.

Pham, Trung Anh - Vietnam

If you are thinking about having a degree from the U.S., West Texas A&M University could be a good choice. I am taking the second semester in this university, and I think I like it here. The school always creates chances for students to meet each other and make friends. As a foreign student, I enjoy these meetings because I can make friends with American students and practice my English. However, it would be a shock to be in American classes for the first time. An international student would have to face a great deal of difficulty such as understanding the professor and communicating with American students. That is why it is very helpful to have some preparation for university classes. The ESLI program is a good start. I took ESLI classes when I first came to the United States. ESLI teachers are very dedicated. They helped me improve my English step-by-step so I could be fully prepared for university classes.

Quach, Anh Tuan - Vietnam

ESLI is a good step for international students before entering the university. In the ESLI program, I have been equipped with many skills in reading, speaking, listening, and writing. I have also learned a lot about American culture, which is very necessary for me to get used to the atmosphere of American classes. Beside, ESLI teachers are very friendly to help me with any question I have in class and even in my life. I feel pleased with what I have experienced in ESLI classes.

Quach, Anh-Tuan - Vietnam

I am Huyen Tram Ta. I come from Viet Nam. When I first came to the United States, I did not understand what American people said. However, I can communicate with native speakers confidently after I have studied English at ESLI at Mc Neese State University for four months. The effective English program at ESLI assists me to improve my English skills like listening, speaking, writing and reading. In addition, the teachers at ESLI not only teach me about English but also help me to solve some problems like culture shock and homesickness. The ESLI program gave me an opportunity to make a lot of friends who come from different countries all over the world and to learn more about their cultures. ESLI also provided vital information that I need to know to be ready to study my main major at Mc Neese States University.

Ta, Tram Thi Huyen - Vietnam

I am Hung Tran, I come from Viet Nam. After graduating in 2006, I decided to continue my education by studying abroad in order to earn a higher degree. After searching and considering among thousands of universities in the United States for a long time, I chose Mc Neese State University (MSU), Lake Charles, Louisiana as my final destination. I was told that I should attend an English course offered by ESLI before entering MSU because it would make me familiar with the way students learn and teachers teach compared with different those in my country. Before the first lesson in ESLI, I still wondered about this advice, but after 4 months in the course, I strongly conclude that studying in ESLI is the best preparation before entering MSU. In there, I can practice and build up my English in skills such as listening, speaking, writing and reading with the help from enthusiastic and experienced teachers. In addition, ESLI always provide students a good environment with full equipment to study. Moreover, living on campus gives me a chance to experience American culture which I only had heard of and saw on TV before. So, until now, I am confident with the knowledge I have learned from ESLI and I am eager to study in MSU in this fall.

Tran, Hung Viet - Vietnam

My name is Vo Thi Phuong Thanh. I come from Vietnam. I came to the U.S. to study for my MBA. I came here 2 months ago. Before I came here, I worried about a lot of things. I was afraid that my English is not good enough to study and communicate every day. However, I could take an English course before I entered the University. Now I am taking an English course in ESLI, the language center. Most international students study English here to prepare before entering the University. I feel comfortable while studying here because the teachers are very friendly and enthusiastic. When I have troubles or I do not know something, I always get a lot of help from my teachers and other people here. After I finish the English course, I will take the MBA program at West Texas A&M University. This is a big university with good material facilities. It is located in Canyon, Texas. This is only a small town, but it has a good infrastructure. It is really quiet and is a good place for studying. I'm happy because I have chosen a good university.

Vo, Thi Phuong Thanh - Vietnam

ESLI at TAMUCC has done its best to create for its students an excellent educational environment. Gradually, I am coming to recognize that my skills in reading, writing, and listening and speaking English have improved significantly. I highly appreciate the teachers who have given me their enthusiastic support and am grateful to have attended this school.

Vu, Tram Ngoc - Vietnam

Hi, I’m Trinh Vu from Vietnam. My study in the U.S. was delayed by my lack of English fluency. I therefore decided to study ESLI at McNeese university. I really enjoyed learning English in ESLI. Besides four mandatory skills, teachers also help students get acquainted with their lives and give us useful advice. In only two months of a summer semester, I obtained the essential knowledge in English, especially writing skills and grammar, to prepare for my coming MBA program. Moreover, I also accumulated helpful experience which helped me adapt to my new life in a foreign country. I appreciate ESLI for helping me to open my door to higher education.

Vu, Trinh Ngoc Phuong - Vietnam

My name is Hieu Vu and I am from Vietnam. I have been studying at ESLI in Mcneese State University for four months. Although it is a short time, I had a great time here. First, my English is improving day by day and I have a lot of new friends who from different countries. Second, not only my English is improving but also I have gained new experiences in America. Third ESLI is good program for international students to improve their English and help them study and learn a lot of knowledge about America includes English.

Vu, Trung Hieu - Vietnam

My name is Van Vu. I come from Vietnam. I have been studying in ESLI for 3 months. I am an international student who speaks English as the second language. The U.S is still strange to me but since I came here I have considered ESLI as my family in the U.S. where I have studied many necessary things. The teachers are not only as teachers but also as my parents. They are very helpful and always willing to talk to me when I need .They taught me English, American culture and the way to face my problems. I have studied and improved my writing. Writing is really hard not only for us to study but also to teach. So, I appreciate what ESLI did for us to understand writing skills. In addition, I have many friends from ESLI. We come from different countries but we are very close as siblings. We study and help each other. I will never forget the time I studied in ESLI, a good time in my memory. Vu, Van Ngoc (Vivian), Vietnam

Vu, Van Ngoc - Vietnam

My name is Vinh Vu, and I come from Vietnam. I have already graduated from English as a Second Language Program at Eastern University. I started ESLI at EU in September, 2008. While in ESLI I learned lots of skills to improve myself, gain knowledge, and share my feelings. It meant a lot to me, especially to all the international students who come from all over the world like Vietnam, China, Korea, and Colombia. The American students and teachers are friendly and ready to help me and my classmates to use English not only in our communication but also class work. This is important for the ESL students while they study ESL and also in the future. Moreover, the students feel more confident in their studies and communicating with the American students in future classes. ESLI can be considered as the first step in to get us prepared for academic courses at the university. In class, sometimes we discussed the differences between the American culture and the Asian one. It has been good because we now know about American people, food, clothing, etc. Moreover, we can practice our English skills include speaking, listening, writing, and reading. I now know a little bit about the Lord because Eastern University is a Christian school. In addition, I have started to learn how to be as independent in learning as possible. Those new things with a friendly environment make me feel excited while I study here. The school also offers me an opportunity to make new friends with other international students and American students. As a result, I learned different cultures from other countries and widened my world view. Tôi tên là Vinh, đến từ Việt Nam. Tôi đang theo học chương trình Anh ngữ của ESLI ở Trường Đại học Eastern University được hai mùa học. Thời gian học tập ở ngôi trường này mang lại cho toi nhiều bài học bổ ích, trao đổi kiến thức cho bản thân, và chia sẻ nỗi vui buồn. Điều đó mang rất nhiều ý nghĩa đối với tôi, đặc biệt chúng tôi đều là các sinh viên quốc tế đến từ mọi quốc gia trên thế giới, như là Việt Nam, Trung Quốc, Hàn Quốc, và Colombia. Các sinh viên và giáo viên người bản xứ thì rất thân thiện, và thường giúp cho tôi và các bạn cùng lớp trong việc giao tiếp va cũng như vận dụng Anh ngữ. Lợi ích do rất quan trọng đối với học sinh đang theo học chương trình Anh ngữ ESL trong thời gian tới và cả trong tương lai. Nhằm mục đích giúp học sinh có thể tự tin trong việc học tập cũng như giao tiếp với các sinh viên bản xứ trong lớp, đây có thể được coi là một sự chuẩn bị tốt cho sinh viên trong các chương trình chính khóa mà các bạn dự định theo học trong tương lai. Đôi lúc trong lớp học, chúng tôi có nhiều cuộc thảo luận về sự khác nhau giữa nền văn hóa Mỹ và văn hóa của các nước châu Á. Trao đổi này đã cung cấp cho chúng tôi một số lời khuyên, bài học, kiến thức rất có ích về văn hóa Mỹ. Chẳng những vậy, còn tạo cơ hội cho sinh viên vận dụng, và thực hành các kỹ năng tiếng Anh, bao gồm nghe, nói, đọc, và viết. Ngoài tiếng Anh, tôi biết được vài điều về tôn gíao như kinh thánh, chúa jesus vì trường Eastern University là trường theo đạo tin lành. Đó là điều mới lạ va môi trường thân thiện khiến cho tôi cảm thấy hứng thú khi học tại đây . Học tập trong ngôi trường này tạo cho tôi cơ hội quen biết và kết bạn với các sinh viên quốc tế cũng như bản xứ. Theo đó, tôi có thể tiếp cận dễ dàng các nền văn hóa khác nhau và mở mang tầm mắt với thế giới bên ngoài. Thêm vào đó, tôi cũng đã học hỏi cách làm việc độc lập và cách tự lập nếu bản thân tôi có khả năng làm được.

Vu, Vinh Phu - Vietnam