Western English Language Centre Western English Language Centre

Western English Language Centre

Western English Language Centre Global Summer Program 2018 Pre-Departure Orientation Western English Language Centre

The Western English Language Centre • The official language school at Western University • WELC will challenge you to excel both linguistically and culturally. Western English Language Centre

Arrival • Airport pick-up has been arranged from the Toronto International Airport and the group will be driven directly to the Huron University College residence at Western University • Representatives from Huron and WELC will greet the group at residence • Short orientation with the residence staff and WELC Western English Language Centre

First Day of Classes • Orientation & classes will start on Monday, July 3 th, 2018 at 9: 30 am • Students will be picked up from residence at 9: 00 am to walk over to the Faculty of Education • Upon arrival, students will go to the Community Room (Room 1139) to pick up a welcome package and to have new student orientation • Lunch will be provided • Classes will start after the orientation Western English Language Centre

Summer Program • 18 hours of English class per week • 2 instructors • Learn all 4 language skills in business settings– reading, writing, listening and speaking • A focus on communication skills with practice of language skills and vocabulary inside and outside of the classroom • Interact with Canadian and international students • Complete a final project Western English Language Centre

On-site Resources Student space Hi-tech classrooms Portable laptops Western English Language Centre

Western English Language Centre

Western English Language Centre

On-site Resources WELC Office Education Library Western English Language Centre

Western English Language Centre

Western English Language Centre

The Western Experience • Western University was founded in 1878. • 29, 000 students from 117 countries around the world. • Voted one of the most beautiful campuses in Canada. Western English Language Centre

Welcome To The Forest City With over 200 parks, 22 kilometers of paved bike paths and just a short ride to the worlds longest fresh water beach. Western English Language Centre

The Ontario Experience Marvel at the beauty of the largest waterfall in North America while exploring Niagara Falls, search a wide variety of artisanal products and seasonal ingredients at the Western Fair Farmer’s market, and enjoy shopping and sightseeing in the heart of downtown Toronto. Western English Language Centre

Residence rooms are equipped with the following: • bed frame and mattress (single) • bed linens • desk and chair • closet or wardrobe • mirror • drapes or blinds • • dresser with drawers wastebasket corkboard bookshelves or wall shelving Western English Language Centre

Where You Are Staying Laundry – On-site washer and dryer Hair dryer – Bring a plug adapter to use your dryer from Korea Cooking Area – There will be kitchen inside each residence Western English Language Centre

Residence Don & Residence Advisor • Student leaders in residence • Available to help at any time • Organize activities and events in residence for all students Western English Language Centre

Wi-Fi access will be available to you in your residence at Huron and anywhere on campus. Western English Language Centre

What to Bring With You to Canada Personal Items to Bring • Valid Passport • Clothing for the different seasons • Something personal from home (music, pictures, books, movies, special food items, etc. ) to help you feel comfortable as you settle in Western English Language Centre

What to Bring With You to Canada Other Things You May Want to Bring • Medications you may need • A credit card • A long-distance phone card • A plug adapter OR a transformer for using electricity in Canada if you are bringing electrical appliances Western English Language Centre

Shopping There are several shopping malls close to the university and within a short bus ride. WELC will provide you with a local map when you arrive. Cherryhill Village Mall Masonville Mall White. Oaks Mall Westmount Shopping Centre Shopping Downtown London Richmond Row is London's most interesting and innovative shopping district with over 200 businesses catering to your every need whether you're looking for things to buy, something to do (including live night club entertainment, symphonic music, theatre, or countless multi-cultural events and festivals in Victoria Park), fine dining and casual restaurants. Western English Language Centre

Stores you will find in London Western English Language Centre

Supermarkets There are many different kinds of supermarkets to choose from in London, offering a wide variety of food and household products. You will be able to find Korean food in most supermarkets. You will cook yourself at your residence. Western English Language Centre

Banks This is a list of some popular banks in Canada, listing locations close to Western English Language Centre

Entertainment WELC will arrange the following activities and more for you during your stay. Toronto Trip Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Game Western English Language Centre

Entertainment WELC will arrange the following activities and more for you during your stay. Niagara Falls Western English Language Centre

Health Insurance Health coverage will be provided by Guard. Me and students will receive their insurance card upon arrival. Western English Language Centre

Transportation Access all of London with the convenient LTC pass with unlimited trips around the city everyday. Western English Language Centre

Recreation Centre Full access to the top of the line recreation centre on Western campus. Classes taught in the class include Pilates, Kickboxing, Cycling and Zumba. Drop in recreation includes Badminton, Basketball, Volleyball and Futsal. Western English Language Centre

WELC looks forward to welcoming you in July. Western English Language Centre