Event
English Communication Practice: Transitioning to the U.S.
Organizer: Ulli Klenke, OITE
About this event
Share experiences, challenges, and coping strategies related to cultural transition and academic life in a supportive group setting. This is a chance to practice your English while connecting with fellows with similar experiences and learning about resources for ongoing support.
This is an interactive session focused on speaking practice, activities, and discussion. This session does not include a formal lecture..
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Date
Oct 6, 2026
Time
2 p.m. - 3 p.m. EDT
Intended Audience
Postdoctoral Fellows, Graduate Students, NIH trainees only
How to attend
This event is for NIH Intramural Trainees only. This is a hybrid event held both online and in-person. The in-person location is on the Bethesda campus, Building 2 Room 2W15 (OITE Conference Room). Register below to access the Microsoft Teams link. This event will not be recorded.
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Accommodations and additional information
American Sign Language interpreting services, CART services, and other reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Individuals who need interpreting services and/or other reasonable accommodations to participate in this event should contact OITE at [email protected] or the NIH Interpreting Office directly at [email protected]. Requests should be made at least five business days in advance, when possible, in order to ensure interpreter availability.