School Presentation Chicago 2012

EF Chicago 200 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 301 Phone: (312) 782-9200 Fax: (312) 782-9201 EF Emergency phone: (312) 363-8496

EF Chicago ILSP 25+ location City Center location Older overall student population Smaller EF school Median number of 200 students throughout the year and 500 in peak.

EF Chicago– City The Willis Tower( Former Sears Tower) is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

The Lincoln Park zoo is the oldest public zoo in the United States with 3 million visitors yearly.

The Climate in Chicago is a humid continental climate with 4 seasons. Cold, windy, snowy winters, mild springs, hot summers, and short crisp falls.

Chicago is a very friendly city with legendary lounges, piano bars, countless performances of jazz, folk country, world music and of course- blues!

For independent students who enjoy a city environment.

EF Chicago – School Director Jennifer Smith- School Director Jane Billbe- Administrative Coordinator Katja Claussen- Housing Coordinator Kim Brodziak- Activities Coordinator Sandy Moklak- Academic Director Elizabeth Ritchie-Full-Time teacher Currently 20 teachers

EF Chicago – Location EF Chicago is located on Michigan Avenue, the city center of Chicago.

Blue Line from O’hare Airport will take you to the EF location in 45 min. ($2.25) Orange Line from Midway airport will take you 30 minutes ($2.25) The Metra Electric Line is a 10 minute walk and takes you to the dormitory at the University of Chicago in 26 minutes

EF Chicago – Location Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile is a 10 minute walk. Stores Such as Apple, Macys and the Gap are minutes away.

Starbucks is next door to the EF School There are plenty of bars in the area Such as the Hardrock Hotel bar and Sweetwater, across the street.

Students can join many different Fitness clubs which are walking Distance to the school for a fee.

Due to the central location, universities Such as Loyola, Roosevelt and UIC are Close to the EF school

EF Chicago – School Facilities Wireless WiFi Activities Lounge ILSP Student lounge with Microwave and refrigerator I-PAD use during specific class times Student lounge with flat Screen TV

EF Chicago – Academic Facilities EF Chicago has two ILAB rooms one with 28 computers, the other with 20 3 computers in Reception for student internet access.

Range of Efekta materials Lecture Hall For presentations by students, teachers, and outside presenters

EF Chicago Academic Program Business English, Business Topics, Public Speaking TOEFL SPIN Career Builder Courses: Career Development English in the Legal World Marketing and Business Language

Volunteership Program

EF Chicago– Volunteerships The EF Chicago Volunteership Program consists of participating in the Career Development SPIN class for 4 weeks where you will learn about American-style resumes, cover letters and phone and interview skills.

Then you will interview with companies and begin volunteering for 4-12 weeks. During this time you will volunteer and go to classes at EF. This real-world experience will give you valuable professional and English skills.

We work with local companies in many fields such as law, marketing, sales, architecture, administration, design and accounting.

EF Chicago – Accommodation Host family Experience the “typical” American family experience Located on average 60-80 minutes by public transit from the school Commute price: 1 ride: $2.25 Monthly pass: $86 Single and twin rooms available

Residences Downtown Residence, Hosteling International Enjoy downtown living with EF and other International travelers Only a 10 minute walk to EF Chicago Suites available with multiple rooms, kitchen and living area

University of Chicago, International House Share a “traditional” American dormitory experience with fellow EF students as well as American and international students of the University of Chicago

EF Chicago –Residences

Residences Downtown location, Hosteling International

10 minute walking distance to school, with buses also available ($2.25) Convenient downtown location close to major attractions Suites available Each suite has two bedrooms with 3 students to a room, a bathroom, kitchen and living room spaces

In addition to kitchens ensuite, additional kitchen and dining facilities available to students Complimentary Breakfast 7 days a week

EF Chicago 窶的nternational House University of Chicago campus dormitory The International House is a mix of University and EF students

Transportation: Metra Electric Train On average, 25 minutes to school 10-ride pass: $20 (average weekly: $20) Monthly pass: $63 (average weekly: $15.75)

Only Single rooms available Bunk beds in each room

Each floor is equipped with a single sex bathroom Multiple showers, sinks, and toilets Cleaned multiple times daily

Kitchen facilities available to students Cookware, refridgerators, stoves all available

Complimentary breakfast 7 days a week

EF Chicago – Activities Example of weekly activities: Museum of Science and Industry, Improv Comedy club, visiting ethnic neighborhoods, sports games

Free activities Art Museum, Shedd Aquarium, University tours

Networking events with Young Professionals Association 21+ activities: Wine/beer tasting, Jazz clubs, & many others Sports activities: soccer, football, beach volleyball Shopping The Magnificent Mile is located right outside our door!

Seasonal activities Beaches: Lake Michigan provides Chicago with miles of beach access Ice Skating: Millenium Park offers outdoor ice skating just minutes from our school

EF Chicago – Activities cont.

Examples of excursions: Camping Devil’s Lake, Wisconsin Indiana Dunes State Park

Ski/Snowboard Trips Granite Peak, Wisconsin Nub’s Nob, Michigan

Six Flags Great America

Prices include accommodation, meals, and entertainment Can range from $100-$350 USD Can range from a 1 day trip to a 3 day excursion

EF Chicago – Essential info Lunch options: Large food court located across the street Average price for lunch :$7 USD

Location is conveniently located to shopping, food, bookstores, and other necessities