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Language sharing program

USpeak is a language sharing program open to all degree-seeking students — international or domestic, that currently attend UCalgary. This program is for you if you're practicing a language and have a general interest in languages.

Schedule

Click below to find upcoming times in your language of interest!

  1. English

    • Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2–3 p.m.
    • Monday, Nov. 17, 3–4 p.m.
    • Thursday, Nov. 20, 11–12 p.m.
    • Wednesday, Nov. 26, 4–5 p.m.

  1. French

    • Thursday, Nov. 13, 3–4 p.m.
    • Tuesday, Nov. 18, 5–6 p.m.
    • Thursday, Nov. 20, 3–4 p.m.
    • Tuesday, Nov. 25, 4–5 p.m.
    • Wednesday, Dec. 3, 3–4 p.m.

  1. Spanish

    • Friday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
    • Monday, Nov. 10, 12–1 p.m.
    • Wednesday, Nov. 19, 1–2 p.m.
    • Monday, Nov. 24, 3–4 p.m.
    • Monday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

  1. Portuguese

    • Friday, Nov. 14, 3–4 p.m.
    • Monday, Nov. 17, 3–4 p.m.
  • Thursday, Nov. 6, 1–2 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Nov. 18, 4–5 p.m.
  • Thursday, Nov. 27, 1–2 p.m.

  1. Persian

    • Thursday, Nov. 6, 4–5 p.m.

  1. Mandarin

    • Thursday, Nov. 13, 1–2 p.m.
    • Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2–3 p.m.

  1. Hindi

    • Monday, Nov. 10, 1–2 p.m.

  1. Italian

    • Friday, Nov. 21, 12–1 p.m.

  1. Korean

    • Thursday, Nov. 27, 3–4 p.m.
International Student Services

About USpeak

USpeak is a vibrant program for all language enthusiasts! When you submit your application, you’ll have the opportunity to join USpeak as a participant, where you can improve your language skills through practice, or as a USpeak Coach, where you can volunteer your time to support others in developing their language abilities. Whether you're looking to improve a new language or share your own, USpeak offers a welcoming space to connect, learn, and grow. You’ll have the chance to:

  • Practice and improve your skills in the language of your choice through informal conversation tables
  • Support others by sharing your knowledge and offering ongoing feedback and guidance
  • Connect with a community of students passionate in the same languages as you
  • Attend monthly social and language development events where you’ll meet other students who are interested in sharing languages
  • Earn a UCalgary Digital Badge for your participation

Time commitment:

  • Attend the USpeak Welcome event
  • Attend at least 4 conversation tables (1 per month, feel free to attend more!)
  • Submit mid-term check in form in the middle of the term
  • Submit final feedback form and final program reflection form at the end of the term
  • Attend USpeak Volunteer Training (Coaches Only)

If you have questions about the program, email uspeak@ucalgary.ca.

After you submit your application

You will be able to come to the USpeak Welcome event taking place towards the end of September. This is a fun opportunity to socialize with other students and language coaches. Language coach volunteers will be there to support you in creating a plan for your language journey this semester and to answer your questions.

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