Coming Up in ELC: No Classes on July 4 Friday, July 4 is a national holiday celebrating US Independence Day. Regularly scheduled classes on Thursday, July 3. Scholarship Application: Fall 2025 Application available online HERE Submission Deadline: Monday, July 7 @ 5:00 pm Two (2) scholarships are typically awarded: one for AEP and… read more
How to Use UT Student Health Insurance
Juneteenth: Thursday, June 19th No classes! UT is closed. Thursday, June 19, 2025 Juneteenth is a national holiday also known as “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day.” It commemorates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. “Many Americans think slavery ended in the U.S. the day President Abraham Lincoln… read more
RecSports
RecSports You can join RecSports in-person or virtually. Either way, they will help you reach your goals! Membership: Membership to RecSports is not included in the cost of your ELC tuition. Memberships for ELC students are approximately $26 per month. Access to all RecSports facilities at The University of Texas… read more
Stay Cool: Pools and Splash Pads
Final Reception Spring 2025 Monday, April 28 4:00 – 6:00 pm Texas Union – Santa Rita Suite (UNB, 3.502) Dinner will be served. Winners of the Summer 2025 scholarships will be announced! We will have a raffle with fun prizes! Several of your teachers and staff will perform. Do you… read more
Explore UT
Explore UT Follow these self-guided tours to dive deeper into all The University of Texas at Austin has to offer. Landmarks This is the university’s public art program. It is broadly accessible and free to all. The public art collection is one of the most distinguishing features of the main… read more
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
photo courtesy of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Scholarship Application: Summer 2025 Application available online HERE Submission Deadline: Monday, April 7 @ 5:00 pm Two (2) scholarships are typically awarded: one for AEP and one for ELP Award will cover $1700 towards intensive tuition for the Summer I 2025 (10–week) session in either AEP or ELP. Continuing Student… read more
UT Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC)
Travel Plans for Spring Break? Get a Travel Signature. Spring Break is around the corner and travel plans are in full swing. When you head back to Austin, you will need a TRAVEL SIGNATURE on your I-20. Do I need a travel signature to re-enter the U.S.? Yes. A valid, unexpired… read more
Volunteering
Volunteering photo courtesy of UT Austin The Project Faculty and staff of the ELC are frequently asked, “how can I practice my English?” One of our top responses is, “volunteer!” Volunteering is an excellent way to practice your English skills! “While some people are naturally outgoing, others are shy and… read more
Valentine’s Day in the US
Valentine’s Day in the US Valentine’s Day has been celebrated for centuries around the world. Each country has developed their own traditions. “Americans celebrate Valentine’s Day each year on February 14th by sending cards or letters, giving gifts such as chocolate or flowers, and having meals in restaurants.” (americanenglish.state.gov) Gifts:… read more
RecSports
RecSports You can join RecSports in-person or virtually. Either way, they will help you reach your goals! Membership: Membership to RecSports is not included in the cost of your ELC tuition. Memberships for ELC students are approximately $26 per month. Access to all RecSports facilities at The University of Texas… read more