NDSU students and faculty from the Department of English and Office of International Programs have created Giving + Learning @ NDSU, a new initiative for English Language Learners, both on and off campus. The program offers support for people who are learning English.

An English Language Learner is paired with a volunteer for one hour per week. The pair works on skills or tasks the English Language Learner seeks assistance with.

As part of NDSU's Global Outreach mission, organizers of Giving + Learning @ NDSU intend to serve the growing international student population at NDSU plus Fargo's immigrant and refugee population.

An open house is planned for Thursday, Nov. 5, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Memorial Union Peace Garden room. Representatives from the program will be available to provide more information. Anyone interested in volunteering and people needing support through the Giving + Learning Program are encouraged to attend.

For more information, contact Kristyn Schlimgen, Giving +Learning @ NDSU graduate student program coordinator, at kristyn.schlimgen@ndsu.edu.