Center Information
ELS/Portland tọa lạc trong khuôn viên xinh đẹp của trường
Concordia University (CU), cách trung tâm của Portland
chưa đầy 30 phút đi bằng những phương tiện giao thông
công cộng tiện lợi và rẻ tiền. Portland là nơi lý tưởng cho
những người yêu thiên nhiên. Hệ thống công viên rộng
15,000 hecta của Portland rất thuận lợi cho cách loại hình
hoạt động ngoài trời như đi bộ, xe đạp, trượt tuyết, bơi
thuyền và câu cá. Học viên có thể tham gia các chuyến
tham quan cuối tuần đến Mt. Hood, Columbia Gorge, bãi
biển Oregon, Seattle và Vancouver. Portland đã vinh dự
được tạp chí Money trao tặng danh hiệu “Thành phố lớn tốt
nhất năm 2000”.
Programs
Cost Per Session:
$1,575.00
Start Dates 2010:
March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
Show Description
Chương trình Anh ngữ Chuyên sâu ELS là chương trình nổi tiếng nhất của chúng tôi, sẽ giúp bạn nâng cao các kỹ năng tiếng Anh một cách đáng kể, đạt được sự lưu loát tốt hơn và chuẩn bị đầy đủ cho bạn để học Đại học tại Mỹ. Hơn 600 trường Đại học, Cao đẳng và trường Dạy nghề chấp nhận chứng chỉ hoàn tất cấp độ Cao cấp của ELS cho điều kiện tuyển sinh của trường.
Cost Per Session:
$1,210.00
Start Dates 2010:
March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
Show Description
Chương trình Bán Chuyên sâu ELS rất lý tưởng cho học viên muốn vừa học tiếng Anh vừa có thời gian tham quan danh lam thắng cảnh và các thành phố trong khu vực. Học viên học vào buổi sáng và buổi chiều được nghỉ để tham quan và sử dụng tiếng Anh đang tiến bộ của họ.
Cost Per Session:
$1,150.00
Start Dates 2010:
March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
Show Description
Nếu bạn lên kế hoạch cho một chuyến đi nghỉ mát tại Mỹ đồng thời tranh thủ học thêm tiếng Anh, chương trình American Explorer được xem là chương trình hoàn hảo. Học tiếng Anh vào buổi sang và vui chơi vào buổi chiều thực hành tiếng Anh trong khi đi du khảo và thăm những điểm thu hút địa phương.
Additional Learning Opportunities
IELTS Testing Center
If you wish to qualify for university admission through an IELTS score, you can take the test at our location. Click here for registration information.
American Conversation Partnerships
Interested in after-class conversation and friendship with an American student? Inquire after your arrival and we can arrange time with a native speaker.
Contact America! Program
Through regularly organized activities you can practice English both in and out of the classroom with native guest speakers or American students discussing various topics.
Bridge Program at Concordia Univ.
A Bridge Program allows students to enroll in university courses while taking Semi-Intensive English classes. Students can earn university credit and have the chance to matriculate into the undergraduate program, waiving the respective university's TOEFL or other language proficiency requirement. Available at ELS/Ashland (at Southern Oregon University) and ELS/Portland (at Concordia University).
Click here for more information.
College Class Visits and Auditing
ELS Intensive students (in key levels) can visit one or more college classes, depending on professor approval.
Scholarships/Discounts
After completion of the full ELS Intensive English Program qualified students may receive credit for ELS and/or tuition discounts at select host universities and colleges, once they matriculate.
Access to Campus Facilities/Services
ELS students may use many of the facilities at our host college/university for free (or low cost) during their studies. Available facilities may vary, but usually include a fitness center, swimming pool, campus library, tennis court, and more.
Volunteerism Experience
ELS Language Centers offers a unique opportunity for full-time students who wish to participate in volunteer experiences at public and private, national and local organizations that provide services to adults, youth, children, elderly, handicapped and needy, or services protecting and improving the environment. Students who complete this experience will receive a certificate, which recognizes their participation.
Concurrent Enrollment at Host College
ELS students who have received conditional acceptance from the host college/university may have the chance to attend one or more individual college courses (for credit) while still studying in the Intensive English Program or Fast Track Program.
Center Album
Videos from ELS
Activities
ELS Activities
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| ELS-Portland Winter Session |
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| ELS-Portland Spring Session |
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| ELS-Portland Summer Session |
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Center Staff
Nicole Bennett
Center Director: Nicole has a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations from University of the Pacific and a Masters Degree in TESL from the School of International Training. She taught EFL in Morocco for 4 years and at Santa Barbara City College for 2 years, where she also served as Academic Director for 4 years. Nicole enjoys traveling, reading, gardening and drinking coffee. She loves working at ELS because she learns so much from the students and enjoys helping them have a positive experience in America.
Mary Christianson
Academic Director: Mary has taught English for 13 years in the Czech Republic, Hawaii, Japan and Portland. She has a B.A. in History from the University of Pittsburgh and an M.A. in English as a Second Language from the University of Hawaii. Mary has lived abroad for 10 years and has traveled to 20 countries. On weekends, Mary enjoys hiking, watching movies and taking pictures. If you like meeting new people, Mary recommends eating a weekend breakfast at the Tin Shed Restaurant on Alberta Street.
Keely Koenig
International Student Advisor: Keely has a B.B.A in Global Business and German Studies from the University of Portland. After living in Salzburg, Austria, she worked for the Office of Study Abroad at UP and most recently taught English at Kyungnam University in South Korea. Keely enjoys doing almost anything outside such as running, biking, hiking, and skiing. In Portland, Keely recommends visiting the busy Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings where you can buy delicious fruits, vegetables and fresh baked bread.
Kelly Duncan
Student Services Coordinator: Kelly has a BA in Applied Linguistics and a TESOL certificate from PSU. She most recently worked as the Student Family Housing manager at OSU. Kelly grew up in Australia and has done lots of backpacking around Europe, the South Pacific and Asia. On weekends Kelly enjoys playing music (she’s in a band!), reading, playing the piano and camping. On rainy days in Portland, Kelly recommends curling up with a blanket, drinking tea and reading a good book.
Michael Bess
Instructor: Michael was born and raised in Oregon. He has a Bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Linguistics and a Master’s degree in TESOL, all from Portland State University. Michael taught English at Concordia University from 1989 to 1998. Then, he and his wife went to Japan. They taught English at Asia University in Tokyo for seven years. Michael and his wife came back to Portland in 2005. Michael has been teaching at ELS Portland for three years.
Elizabeth Ramsey
Instructor: Elizabeth has been involved with education for fifteen years. She is TESL certified from Cambridge CELTA and has completed graduate coursework at PSU. Elizabeth taught English in Japan for size years and has traveled all over the world. She has worked at ELS/Portland for over 3 years. On weekends, Elizabeth loves karaoke! She also loves reading, listening to music and learning dances from other countries. She enjoys working at ELS because she learns so much from all the great students!
Kimberly Trathan
Instructor: Kimberly has been teaching ESL for 4 years. She graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Music and Anthropology, and soon moved to Belgium. She lived and worked in Brussels for a year before moving to Leuven, where she got her Masters Degree in International Development. She has been living in Portland for a year and enjoys playing music, making her own clothing, gardening and discovering Oregon.
Emma Wieck
Emma, Registrar graduated from Portland State University with a degree in International Studies and Community Development. She has worked and volunteered in many countries, including Brazil, Peru, Mexico and Nicaragua. She has also traveled in Asia. Emma enjoys mentoring, hiking, cooking and photography. She recommends visiting one of Portland’s many coffee shops and also checking out Last Thursday on Alberta Street. Emma enjoys working at ELS because she loves helping the international community!
Paola Dennis
Registrar: Paola holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Tourism from Italy and has worked in the hospitality industry in Europe and the U.S. She loves Portland’s lively neighborhoods, the Farmer’s Market, Washington Park, and the Oregon Coast and Mt. Hood. On rainy days Paola likes exploring the new exhibits at OMSI, and going to the library. She enjoys ELS because it is a very diverse environment with fun and interesting people from all over!