English Conversations
Connecting Through Conversation
Our free, virtual sessions are a great way to practice your already existing English speaking and listening skills with a native English speaker and new friends from around the world. Our emphasis is on building confidence and fluency through informal and fun weekly conversations on a variety of topics. We offer sessions at various days and times, so you’ll have the flexibility to choose the session that fits best with your schedule.
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Please note:
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This is not an English class and we are not “teaching” English. We are facilitating English conversations.
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All proficiency levels are welcome. All participants are encouraged to participate in conversations and should have some English-speaking skills.
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Each group is led by a MFIS volunteer who is a native English speaker. Volunteers are not English teachers. Their purpose is to lead group conversations and provide support.
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There are no required books, study guides, or assignments.
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The online atmosphere is very informal.
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We talk and listen to one another with respect.
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Everyone is welcome!
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Questions? englishconversations@mfismadison.org
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Students
We will be forming online English Conversations groups for the fall 2025 semester. University of Wisconsin students, scholars, and spouses are invited to join us. Please complete our interest form and we'll contact you with more information at the start of the fall semester. We look forward to meeting you! Fill out our EC Student Interest Form >
Questions? Email englishconversations@mfismadison.org.
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Volunteers
We need you! We will begin forming online English Conversations groups for the fall 2025 semester and are looking for volunteer session leaders. Meet once weekly for an hour, based on your schedule preference. Please complete our registration form and we'll contact you with more information at the start of the fall semester. Fill out our EC Volunteer Registration Form >
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Questions? Email englishconversations@mfismadison.org.