One of the best ways for AEC students to improve their speaking and listening skills is to participate frequently in informal conversation with fluent speakers of English. Conversation groups at the AEC give participants an opportunity to practice speaking English with a group of 3-4 people.

Conversation leaders are not teachers. They are KU students who like talking with and getting to know international students. The conversation leader will have topics to talk about, but you can suggest other topics. The groups are a good place to share your culture and to ask questions about KU, Lawrence, and American culture. They are also a good place to make some friends!

You do not need to sign up in advance for Union groups. Simply show up at the time and location listed.
Conversation groups meet in the basement of the Kansas Union. We will be in the seating area by Milton's Coffee Shop.
Click here to see the times for the Union Groups

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