Welcome back English Language Institute students and faculty!! On January 12th, classes resumed at the English Language Institute, and despite the bitter temperatures, ELI students were eager to return after the break. Even temperatures as low as six degrees Fahrenheit did not deter early-morning students who begin classes at 7:00…

Happy Halloween! During Halloween week, the ELI held several Halloween celebrations featuring fabulous costumes, fun games, plenty of laughter, and, of course, great food. Fall is a special time of year, filled with traditions that students enjoy learning about and taking part in. At the ELI, cultural sharing— which promotes…

The ELI Kicks Off Another Wonderful Fall Semester! The English Language Institute kicked off another wonderful fall semester a few weeks ago! This is one of our most beloved semesters — full of fun celebrations including Halloween, and (of course!) plenty of excuses to enjoy candy. It’s…

It is never too late! We are now at the end of the TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate program in the ELI. Fourteen students graduated from the in-person and the online TESOL Certificate program this summer. They aim to teach English in the adult context, for…

Every class went above and beyond—creating vibrant displays, offering traditional foods and drinks from their chosen countries, and showcasing cultural treasures such as traditional clothing, dances, and music. One class that researched Brazil even built an impressive replica of Christ the Redeemer! Classrooms came alive with balloon arches, colorful door…

Fulbright Awardee It is wonderful tul to start this newsletter with great news about a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) summer 2024 graduate. Kaleigh Silverstein has been awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to go to Uruguay. She was an excellent TESOL student and a dedicated…

End of the ELI Spring Semester The ELI spring semester is now winding down. Each student who has successfully completed their program will receive a certificate of completion, and one student in each class will receive a Special Recognition Award to acknowledge their outstanding academic excellence. It is a…

Summer is coming at the ELI! The English Language Institute (ELI) is preparing for the summer semester; registration opens on March 31st. Under Assistant Dean Claudia Carco’s leadership, the ELI expects over 2,000 students to register for classes. Indeed, the demand for English classes in Westchester is staggering. The…

Fall 2024 A few short weeks ago, the English Language Institute kicked off the fall 2024 semester. There are nearly 1600 adult English language learners and 100 teachers. Here are some ELI Saturday students excited to join in with a new initiative this fall: ELI clubs. Andrea Dos Santos,…