Workshops and Events
Workshops
Strategies for Video Interviews
Friday, February 21, 11:15am–12:05pm (Q&A: 12:05–12:25 pm)
Online via Zoom
Want to shine during your next video interview? This interactive workshop will help you to develop strategies that communicate your skills and strengths well, ensuring you make a great first impression! Co-hosted by UMN Career Services.
Effective Presentation Skills
Friday, March 28, 12:20–1:10pm (Q&A: 1:10–1:30 pm)
Bruininks Hall 131A
This interactive workshop will cover strategies for planning and delivering effective oral presentations in US academic and professional settings. Additional resources will be provided during the workshop.
Professional and Academic Email Writing for International Students
Friday, April 11, 11:15am–12:05pm (Q&A: 12:05–12:25 pm)
Online via Zoom
In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn about email etiquette and how to use appropriate language for professional and academic emails. Co-hosted by UMN Career Services.
Events
SELS Midterms Hunker
Monday, March 3, 1–4 pm
216 Pillsbury Drive SE, Room 12
Come “hunker down” (dig in, take shelter) and study in a group work environment with snacks! SELS consultants will be available for drop-in consultations throughout these sessions. No registration required!
SELS Finals Hunker
Monday, April 28, 1–4 pm
216 Pillsbury Drive SE, Room 12
Come “hunker down” (dig in, take shelter) and study in a group work environment with snacks! SELS consultants will be available for drop-in consultations throughout these sessions. No registration required!
Conversation Opportunities with Culture Talks!
Thursday, February 27, 1–2 pm, Scott Hall, Room 4
Thursday, March 27, April 10, and April 24, 1–2 pm, 216 Pillsbury, Room 125
Students, scholars, faculty, and staff are welcome to join Culture Talks for cookies, coffee, and culture-related conversations! Co-hosted by SELS and the Minnesota English Language Program, these popular events offer opportunities to relax and de-stress while improving English language skills and confidence.
Stay up to date by following Culture Talks on Facebook!
What Students Are Saying
"After visiting SELS, I feel much more confident. The consultant seemed to fully understand my difficulties. I learned the strategies of reading and involving myself in discussion. It was my first visit and I got a huge feeling of support. Thank you."
"Here is a great opportunity to talk in English without hesitation."
"I think the session is helpful because the consultant not only helps me with what I have asked, but also how I can study on my own later on."
"The people in the program are very good at asking good questions about us. The suggestions the consultants give are very on point."
"The consultant recommended more polite expressions and helped me to use more specific phrases so that readers can understand me without confusion."
"The consultant helped me to understand the assignment questions. She respectfully listened and then gave me some suggestions/advice for my writing. Therefore, I could freely talk about what I think and want to write."