ELC Connections Volunteers

The ELC Connections Volunteers are a great way to meet international students, build intercultural awareness and develop cross-cultural communication skills, as well as make new friends.

Meet some of our friendly volunteers who lead and chaperone ELC students at our fun Connections Program events and activities.

Profile shot of Connections Volunteer, Hannah bijl
Through my conversations about cultural beliefs, traditions, and cuisine it has been fascinating to understand how people view the world and express their identities.Hannah Bijl, ELC Connections Volunteer

 

Selfie shot of Connections Volunteer, Qihong Cai
The Connection Program can foster the understanding of volunteers and participants with their culture through exchanging ideas and pictures with their traditional culture in relaxed talking environments.Qihong Cai, ELC Connections Volunteer & Student Guide

Interested in becoming a volunteer?

The ELC Connections Volunteers Program is a great way to meet international students, build intercultural awareness and develop cross-cultural communication skills, as well as make new friends.

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A profile photo of Baitao Chang, ELC Connections Volunteers
Volunteering with the Connections program has significantly broadened my perspective. It has deepened my understanding of the challenges faced by individuals from diverse backgrounds and reinforced my commitment to promoting inclusivity.Baitao Chang, ELC Connections Volunteers

 

Portrait photo of Ruby Pearl, ELC Connections Volunteer
Engaging with international students where we can share our cultural differences. It gives us all the opportunity to learn from each other and open our eyes to the world.Ruby Pearl, ELC Connections Volunteer

 

Self-timer profile shot of Connections Volunteer, Vy Nguyen
The program offers plenty of activities that create a natural environment for talking, and exchanging cultural insights, making each interaction meaningful and memorable.Vy Nguyen, ELC Connections Volunteer