Lewis University - ELS Language Center

ROMEOVILLE— The ELS Language Center at Lewis University is currently looking for families that would be interested in hosting an international student in their home for a minimum stay of four weeks. Families are needed for March, April and May. They will receive compensation from ELS for welcoming a student into their home.

The ELS Language Center, located in Mother Theresa Hall of the Romeoville Campus, helps international students improve their English and academic skills before beginning full-time university study at Lewis University. Many of the students live in the residence halls on campus, but some are interested in the kindness and warmth of an American family.

To host a student, ELS requires that the home be within 45 minutes of campus and that the student has a private bedroom and is provided two meals a day. ELS will compensate the host family monthly to offset expenses.

Communicating in English is crucial for education and job success, and ELS provides pathways for students to acquire English skills while learning on the campus of Lewis University. The ELS Language Center and Lewis University have partnered to help students learn English by offering an English for Academic Purposes program.

Those interested in learning more about hosting a student should contact Stephanie Walter at the ELS Center at (815) 483-7051, or email swalter@els.edu