Join us for English conversation & skill building! IN PERSON
How? Simply register below in order to join us. Tues/Thurs at 1 pm
Practice conversational English and make new friends from around the world! Come and enjoy conversation practice, round table discussions, fun and friendship with native English speakers.
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REGISTER HERE to join English classes
When do we have class?
IN PERSON CLASS every Tues/Thurs at 1:00 pm in W11-190. We do have a smaller Zoom English Class Sunday evenings using a reading from the Bible in English. We also have a Monday Zoom group focusing on Grief for Fall 2024/Spring 2025. Email for Zoom links: freeenglish@mit.edu
Register at the link above NOW to join any of our classes.
IN PERSON SESSION INFO BELOW
During Fall and Spring semester: Every week when MIT classes are in session.
Main Class Session: Tuesday and Thursday 1:00 – 2:30 pm W11-190
Full Class Schedule:
Tuesdays
- 1:00-2:30 pm – English Conversation Tables in W11-190
Tuesday class is a little smaller & focuses on more technical English, grammar, pronunciation, & skill building
Thursdays
- 12:30 pm – Thursday English Lunch group. Bring your lunch. (informal group chats) W11-190
- 1:00-2:30 pm – Large English Club around tables in W11-190
Thursday class splits into three or four tables led by native English speakers for conversation about a topic or article. The focus is on students speaking and sharing real conversations, while learning new vocabulary. - 3:00-4:00 pm – Book Club in W11-155. Join us as we read through a book about GRIEF. We all experience grief. It is normal, natural & necessary. Join us to exchange stories from our own lives to help us better deal with grief.
How much does it cost?
It is FREE !! We offer this as a service and as a help to others. There really is no cost. It is a gift from BSF/BCM at MIT.
Who can come?
Any international student or spouse is welcome; this includes post docs, research staff, grads or undergrads, international scholars or exchange students. Many participants are students or spouses of students at MIT, but participants come from other places as well. Since you now know about the free English class you are welcome to attend. We review interesting topics, articles, learn new vocabulary or discuss news, cultural differences, relationships, and make lasting friendships. Join us.
Do I have to register?
Due to limited space please register ahead of time at http://bsf.mit.edu/english. Some can register on their first day with your contact information. Just come ready to learn on whatever day you prefer and come as often or as little as you are able, but it is best to try to come to each class so you can improve and gain confidence quickly. Bring a pen & notebook.
How can I enter campus or the W11 Building?
MIT community members will need their MIT i.d. card to enter. Visitors may need to text for entry at front door. MIT continues to allow access, just follow the text directions for entry on the front door. Students, spouses and affiliates should have access to W11, but others may need to contact us for access. You can find up to date rules at https://now.mit.edu.
Can I bring my kids to the English classes?
Yes, some parents do. Infants and small children are welcome to attend with you. We do not have any childcare during our classes so children will be expected to sit quietly with you. (It is fine to bring a child and then walk them around the building if they need a break.)
Free English Class has been sponsored for over 27 years by BSF & BCM at MIT. [See Michael Dean, Chaplain and Sponsor, center in green. Most class topics are organized by David Miller, our ESL Coordinator, a properly trained & experienced instructor. We are glad he is on our team.]
Annual Trip: Weekend for International Students & Families will be at Alton Bay, New Hampshire
October 10-12, 2025 – It is a holiday weekend so you can take time off and join us. Good for your health.
But please sign up below now and pay direct to Michael Dean. Space and transportation is limited.
Email for more information / Registration Open BELOW. [CLOSED UNTIL NEXT FALL]
