Everyday English
Practice your English conversation skills with native English speakers and GW students! Each week, Everyday English offers a space for English language learners at GW to practice their English skills in an informal setting. We discuss U.S. culture, food, holidays, professional and non-academic English and more. Participants are encouraged to share about their native culture as well. All levels are welcome.
The Language Center started the Everyday English program to help GW international students, scholars and fellows improve their conversational English skills. Sessions are offered one day a week during the fall and spring semesters.
Questions about Everyday English, or interested in volunteering? Contact us at language
gwu [dot] edu (language[at]gwu[dot]edu).
How to Sign Up
Please click on the link in the section or scan the QR code to sign up. All levels of English are welcome.
Please feel free to bring your lunch! For some special in-person events, we may provide snacks, but for regular sessions, you should come prepared with your own lunch.
(Please be advised that photographs taken during the program may used on the Language Center Website. We appreciate your understanding!)
Spring 2026 Sign-Ups Coming Soon!
Our first session begins on Friday, January 23rd and following sessions will be on every Friday.
Join our mailing list to be notified when sign-ups open!
01/23 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Surviving Winter in DC | District House B114 |
01/30 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Job & Internship Searching | District House B114 |
02/06 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Valentine's Day/US Holidays | University Student Center 307 |
02/13 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Humor & Slang | District House B114 |
02/27 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Hobbies & Games | District House B114 |
03/06 - 11:00am-12:30pm | US Sports & Entertainment | District House B114 |
03/20 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Health & Well-Being | District House B114 |
04/03 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Spring Festivals | District House B114 |
04/10 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Exploring DC in Spring | District House B114 |
04/17 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Getting Through Finals | University Student Center 307 |
04/24 - 11:00am-12:30pm | Wrap-up Party | District House B114 |
Our past Everyday English sessions:
Fall 2025
Summer 2025
Resources for Independent Language Practice:
Want to practice your English on your own or with your friends? Here are some suggested topics for conversations:
- 10 countries to visit at least once in a lifetime
- Your favorite book
- Your last dream
- Your worst job experience
- How to prepare your favorite meal
- What kind of music do you like?
- Most interesting/strangest/weirdest travel story!
- Do you believe in ghosts? Superstition? Myths?
We also recommend browsing the Voice of America website for news stories, videos explaining grammar and other helpful information.
Additional resources for independent English Language Practice:
- Introductions & Small Talk
- Language for professionals
- Health & Wellbeing
- Dining in D.C.
- Travel Tips
- Pop culture
- Studying for Finals
- Humor, Idioms, & Slang
- U.S. Holidays
- Networking & Interviewing
If you are interested in receiving emails from the Everyday English Program, please join our email list!
"Programs like Everyday English are instrumental to the success of students during their studies at GW. In addition to this, the Language Center oversees both the diagnostic language exam for the Elliott School and the placement language exam for students trying to understand which language course to enroll in. These tools are critical needs for the university, at both the undergraduate and graduate level."
Patrick Murphy
Program Associate, International Education & Student Services
Elliott School of International Affairs