The Friendship Partner Program addresses some of these major felt needs of international students including:
Improve Their English Skills
Make Personal Connections
Learn American Culture
What to Expect as a Volunteer
Relationships can be social or academic. Both are acceptable and encouraged!
Get to know your international friend, their priorities for your meet ups, and go from there!
Stay Connected
Contact your friendship partner at least weekly by call or text during the semester.
Meet with them in person
Commit to meet with them in person. Try something new!
Be a good friend
Be consistent, compassionate, hospitable and understanding.
How can you bless your friend?
