Peer Partnership Program (PPP)
The PPP matches international and American students for the purpose of cultural and conversation exchange. This is a great program for people studying a foreign language, seeking certification in TEFL, preparing to study abroad, those majoring in ILS, IBM, etc, and for anyone interested in making a friend from another culture.
Students are assigned a partner for one semester. Partners meet 1-2 hours per week (over a meal, in the residence halls, at the gym, etc.) for the first semester. At the semester break, participants may choose to stay involved with the same partner the following semester, choose a new partner, or to opt out for the next term. |
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Participants are encouraged to keep a log of their activities and to journal in order to process the experience. Occasional group meetings and/or activities will be planned throughout the semester.
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We hope that PPP partners will attend many campus activities together. Participants may only count hours for time spent interacting with each other. Attending an art exhibit or a basketball game can allow for fun and easy conversation, however watching a theatre production or a public lecture should not be counted as you will not be (or should not be) talking to each other at that time.
Note: The PPP is not a tutoring program—the ARC and Campus Writing Center are the best places for academic support. It is, however, a fun way to practice language skills. And it is definitely a great way to make a new friend! |
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