Welcome from the Program Director
Dear Student,
Thank you for your interest in the Bridge Program! The Bridge Program is a college preparatory English language and cultural immersion experience designed for international students, particularly students who desire to attend university in the United States of America. The transition from high school to college can be challenging for any high school student, but it can be especially challenging for international students who must also navigate the complexities of getting an education in their second language from an institution in another culture.
Students in the Bridge Program will have the opportunity to:
- learn about American culture and college life
- develop their English speaking and listening skills
- develop their English reading and writing skills
- develop their social skills
- develop their critical thinking skills
- participate in cultural enrichment programs and fieldtrips to major cities in the USA
- get a head start on their college career by taking credit-bearing courses, recognized by most colleges and universities in the USA
- learn skills that will help them succeed in an American college or university
- be mentored by college students, faculty, and staff who understand cultural dynamics and have experience learning in cross-cultural contexts
If you have questions about the program, please email IWUBridge@indwes.edu and be sure to visit the Bridge Program webpage.
Sincerely,
Prof. Shawn Yang
Director of International Education Program
Assistant Professor of ESL
Director of International Student & Scholar Programs
shawn.yang@indwes.edu
(765) 677-5724