To strengthen the English ability of freshmen students and acquaint them to an internationalized English learning environment, the Catholic University of Korea (CUK) created a special Global English Outreach Program in CUK Songsim Campus from February 6 to 17. The two week on campus camp aims to create diverse English learning opportunities for the incoming freshmen of the university.
The camp which has been running on its fourth year now has been well received by the students. Past enrollees included CUK students, seminarians, outsiders, high school students, professionals, to name a few. All the courses and activities covered in the camp were targeted to offer the participants opportunities to learn practical English usage, as well as to experience various cultures of different countries. More importantly, it aims to build self confidence of each individual who joined the camp. Through the different lineup of activities, it aims to encourage the students to exert their creativity, brainstorm, and enhance their skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing in English. Moreover, aside from boosting their competitiveness, the students could also learn to respect each other. They can also learn from their peers and develop a global view in an English environment.
And what better way to learn from peers? In order to maximize this English camp experience, GEO16 organizers lined up a series of activities for the team competitions. These are the Speed quiz, Treasure hunt, Sports night and Game show night. From these series of activities, students can learn the values of teamwork, hard work, solidarity and unity, among others.
And wait, there's more...
An added bonus is that by the end of the camp, one team will be awarded with the much coveted GEO Cup and be declared as the champion of GEO 16.
Who do you think it will it be?
Will it be...
Popular Professor Patrick and Adorable TA Hani's Team Guyana
Jai Ho Jai Ho~~ Professor Greg and TA Mario's
Team India Hungry tigers
The Enthusiastic pair - Professor Jerry and TA Go Eun's Team New Zealand
The Well liked duo - Professor David and TA Gellene's Team Singapore
The Active pair Professor Roger and TA Jeanne's Team Puerto Rico
The Warm tandem - Professor Peter and TA China's Team Seychelles
The Passionate team - Professor Nathan and TA Bomi's Team Panama
Let's all find out soon!!!
So students, what are you waiting for? Be sure to be active and participative in all your team competitions so you can be loud and proud winning the much coveted GEO16 ^_^
by: Abigail Go, GEO Blog Editor
