This week Michael O’ Connor, Dalong Geng and Yu Chen shared about their tutoring sessions with us.
The three usually meet at Russell Lab on Sunday afternoons. With snacks and drinks, the conversation begins.
“There is so much to talk about. Michael and I both like WWII histories and we like to talk about related movies and our opinions.” Dalong said.
Dalong also told me how his English had improved because of the CE program.
“Had it not been for my tutor’s help, I would never have passed my Speaking Test for becoming a TA. He helped me understand the material and did a mock test with me. Practicing my English with him really helped me a great deal. Also, I got to know America better [working with Michael]. For example, last semester we talked about the U.S. Election.”
“This is a great chance not only to improve language, but also cultural understanding,” Yu Chen agreed. “It’s an amazing way to have an American friend! Like Dalong, really look forward to the tutoring sessions every week.”
Yu Chen mentioned how he really enjoys the different activities the three do together, including canoeing on Lake Mendota. They both expressed great appreciation for their tutors.
Michael has been a CE tutor since the summer of 2007. He has enjoyed working with different international students and is now very interested in teaching English abroad in Asia.
“Through CE, I met students from China and Japan. It’s nice that now I have built up the network of friends in these countries.” I get to know the different cultures and meet people from totally different backgrounds to enrich my campus life,” Michael said.
It is always nice for the CE staff to hear how much students enjoy meeting with their conversational English partners! Clearly, it is definitely a learning and rewarding experience for both sides.
If you would like to share your experience in the CE program with others, please contact us at guts-ce@rso.wisc.edu.
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