Spoken English Language Programs (SELP) offer several different programs to assist international non-native speakers of English increase English language skills and comprehension of U.S. academic and social culture.
Learn more about the resources and register to participate.
Conversation Hour
Each Friday (through Nov. 22) from 2:15 to 3:05 p.m., students are invited to an open Conversation Hour.
SELP workshops
Each Friday (through Nov. 22) from 3:20 to 4:10 p.m., a workshop on a different topic will be offered. Attendance is limited to 12 individuals to ensure each enrollee has ample speaking time.
Seminar series
SELP seminars are 50-minute sessions held on four consecutive Fridays. A seminar on advanced fluency began Sept. 27 and a new series will launch Nov. 1 on idioms and expressions. The programs are limited to 10 individuals each.
Tutoring consultation
SELP also offers English language tutoring consultations, available in 30-minute or one-hour increments. You can use tutoring time to practice English speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary; practice presentations, speeches, interviews and talks; or have a chance to chat with someone who knows CWRU and the Cleveland area well. Tutortrac is used to register for tutoring. Contact selp@case.edu if you need any assistance
UNIV 402C course
Every semester, SELP has a 2.5 hours per week non-credit UNIV 402C course. The course meets twice a week (late Tuesday and Thursday afternoons) and focuses on increasing skill in English language speaking and listening, USA social and academic culture, and presentations skills. Enrollees will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the semester upon successful completion of the course. Attendance will be limited to 12 to ensure ample speaking time for each enrollee. If you are interested in joining it for the 2025 spring semester in January or would like more information, please email selp@case.edu.