Staff Language and Culture Services provides language instruction, cultural training, and communications support to:
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University of Iowa employees who are still learning English, and
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University of Iowa employees who frequently work with people who are still learning English.
English Language Instruction for Staff
English Language Instruction is free to most UI employees. Some goals of the instruction are to help employees communicate more effectively on their jobs and .....more
English Conversation Group meets every Tuesday from 12:30 - 1:30 pm ....more
Spanish Language Instruction for Staff
Spanish Instruction is free to most UI employees. Some goals of the instruction are to help employees communicate more effectively, to offer training helpful lfor professional advancement, and .....more
Spanish Conversation Group meets every Thursday from 12:15 to 1:15 pm ....more
Cultural Assistance and Insights for Work Groups or Individuals
Targeted Presentations, Consultations, Research: Staff Language and Culture Services offers assistance in resolving and avoiding misunderstandings in multi-lingual, multi-cultural work areas. We can provide research on specific topics and cultures, deliver informational presentations, and consult on particular workplace situations. We also prepare handouts and lists of resources ....more
Translation and Interpretation between Staff Members
Translation (writing) and Interpretation (speaking) Services
Note: We regret that we do not provide health care translations or interpretation. If you need an interpreter for a hospital appointment, or a document translated for a patient, please call the Interpretation and Translation Division of the Department of Social Services, UI Hospitals and Clinics at 319-356-1967, TDD/TTY 319-356-4999. Thank you.
Help for New UI Employees with Limited English
Advice and Assistance with Work Orientation, Safety Training, and Clarifying Work Expectations
Help for People with Limited English Proficiency seeking Employment at UI
About Staff Language and Culture Services
Last updated August 2011