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Activities and Special Events
At Drexel ELC, there's always something to
do.
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Group of students in South
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Group of students at the Liberty
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A unique part of the Drexel ELC program is a
wide range of activities, trips, and tours arranged for ELC students
at discounted prices. The activities program offers students a great
opportunity for enjoyment and provides a special chance to learn
about American culture while practicing English.
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| Summer 2008 (Schedule is subject to change) |
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Activity |
Cost |
| June 26 (Thurs.) |
Welcome Barbecue
Enjoy a delicious lunch in the garden area with new teachers and new friends. |
Free! |
| June 27 (Fri.) |
Philadelphia City Tour and Shopping
Discover Philadelphia, your new home! |
$1 |
| July 2 (Wed.) |
Conversation Network Party
Meet Drexel students interested in your culture
and language. |
Free! |
| July 4 (Fri.)
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Southwest July 4th Parade and Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day in the USA! |
Free |
| July 8 (Tues.)
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Phillies vs. St. Louis Cardinals
Experience one of the most exciting games of MLB. |
$20 |
| July 11 (Fri.) |
Dave & Buster's
Join your friends for a night of good food and arcade game fun! |
Free |
| July 19 (Sat.) |
New York City Day Trip
You don't want to miss this trip! |
$45 |
| July 25 (Fri.) |
Midterm Lunch & International Talent Show
Let's greet new students and bid farewell to those departing.
| $5 |
| Aug. 2 (Sat.) |
New Jersey Beach Trip
Have a great day on the beach in New Jersey. |
$25 |
| Aug. 8 (Fri.) |
ELC Mini Olympic Games
Experience the spirit of the Olympics with your ELC friends. |
$25 |
| Aug. 9 (Sat.)
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Hershey Park
Great fun at this popular amusement park! |
$50 |
| Aug. 16 (Sat.) |
Washington DC Day Trip
Let's tour the nation's capital. |
$45 |
| Aug. 23 (Sat.)
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Philadelphia Premium Outlet
Shop 'til you drop at this discount shopping center. |
$15 |
| Aug. 29 (Fri.) |
Farewell Lunch
It's time to say farewell to friends, classmates, and staff! |
Free! |
The ELC Student Drama
Club
is open to all
students who enjoy working together in a creative way. Together we
choose a play or write our own play that we rehearse and perform at
the final student lunch. Performances have included ELC versions of
Fiddler on the Roof,
Guys and Dolls,
Hairspray, and
Roxanne.
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For more information, e-mail the
advisor of the drama club, Alexis Finger.
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The "Builder of Brotherhood and
Sisterhood" Activity
What have we
learned about tolerance, diversity, and universal friendship? This
is an opportunity for students to express their feelings about the
importance of building bridges of respect among people of different
backgrounds in words, art, or deeds. ELC "Builder of Brotherhood and
Sisterhood" certificates and souvenirs are awarded to all
participants at the final student lunch.
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For more information, e-mail
Alexis Finger.
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