GEER: Intensive English and Digital Literacy Program

APPLICATION for FREE TRAINING POGRAM FOR ESL/ELL COMMUNITY

School of Extended Learning at Governors State University is recruiting ESL/ELL community members for an Intensive English and Digital Literacy program, supported by the Governor’s Emergency Education
Relief Fund (GEERF) from the U.S. Department of Education. This grant supports the recruitment of 30 non-native English learners (ESOL/ELL) who meet the below eligibility criteria. The following services will be provided FREE OF CHARGE to participants:

300 Hours of Intensive English and Computer Training (delivered virtually)
30 Hours of Intensive One-on-One Tutoring per student
A Laptop that participants can keep upon completion of the program
A Wi-Fi Subsidy for the duration of the IEP program
Mastering college skills
College and Career Guidance, Advisement, and Peer Mentoring

This project will run through November 30, 2021 and is funded by the Governor's Emergency Education Relief fund.

Eligibility Requirements
Non-native English speakers (ELL/ESOL Community Members) who meet the below criteria are eligible:

Participants test into ELLC Level 3 (CEFR B1), or show official TOEFL test scores 35 or above, or recent IELTS 5.0 test scores (within 2 years).
Participants have the intent to continue with their education and career goals, through enrollment in GSU, another IL College, or School of Extended Learning Career Training.
Participants are eligible if they are naturalized citizens, permanent residents (green card), or those with refugee status with social security number. If you have any questions about your eligibility, please contact the English Language Learning Center Director, Akiko Ota, 708-534-3143 or email aota@govst.edu.
Participants meet low-income criteria (i.e., Pell-eligible or a household income within the established low- income levels table), and/or are a first-generation college student, or resident of a rural area.
Participants that complete the IEP program with overall attendance rate of 80% may keep laptops.

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* 1. My Contact Information is:

Name

Address

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 2. Are you the first person in your family to attend a community college or university? (Required)

Yes

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* 3. Check the following criteria that apply to you.

I have a high school diploma or GED.

My household income is within the established low-income levels table.

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* 4. My native language is

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* 5. I am committed to completing the 300-hour Intensive English Program (IEP) and attending class at least 80% of the time.

Yes

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* 6. I certify that one of the following applies to me: I am a naturalized citizen, permanent resident (green card), or refugee with social security number.

Yes

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* 7. I agree to attend a GSU Program Open House (delivered virtually) between January and March 2021.

Yes

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* 8. This program is supported by a grant that recognizes the incredible impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on education and families. Your answer to the following question will not influence your eligibility to enter this program, but it will be used to help address the entire impact for all students who join the program: How has COVID-19 impacted your education and family?

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* 9. Please identify your future education and career goals once you master English and learn computer skills. (Select all that apply)

I plan to enroll in GSU as a freshman in Fall 2021/September 2021 or Spring/January 2022. (Financial Aid Options will be shared with participants)

I plan to enroll at an Illinois University as a freshman in Fall 2021 or Spring 2022.

I am interested in Career Training and Professional Certifications at School of Extended Learning. (Financing is Available; see our Ways to Pay page)

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* 10. At Governors State University (GSU), we have seven First Year Focus Areas! First and second year students customize their First Year Experience to align with career interests. Select which focus area interests you.

Arts & Entertainment

Business

Discovery

Education

Humanities

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

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* 11. I am most available to take classes in the:

Evening

Morning

Mid-day

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* 12. I understand that ONLY summary information will be shared with the Illinois Board of Higher Education who funds this program. No individual information will be shared.

Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement. I confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete, and I authorize the university to verify any documentation necessary to consider my application.

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* 13. I confirm my willingness to fully participate in the GEER project and agree to comply with all program requirements.

Yes, I plan to fully commit to the 30-week program.

GEER: Intensive English and Digital Literacy Program

APPLICATION for FREE TRAINING POGRAM FOR ESL/ELL COMMUNITY

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* 1. My Contact Information is:

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* 2. Are you the first person in your family to attend a community college or university? (Required)

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* 3. Check the following criteria that apply to you.

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* 4. My native language is

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* 5. I am committed to completing the 300-hour Intensive English Program (IEP) and attending class at least 80% of the time.

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* 6. I certify that one of the following applies to me: I am a naturalized citizen, permanent resident (green card), or refugee with social security number.

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* 7. I agree to attend a GSU Program Open House (delivered virtually) between January and March 2021.

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* 9. Please identify your future education and career goals once you master English and learn computer skills. (Select all that apply)

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* 10. At Governors State University (GSU), we have seven First Year Focus Areas! First and second year students customize their First Year Experience to align with career interests. Select which focus area interests you.

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* 11. I am most available to take classes in the:

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* 12. I understand that ONLY summary information will be shared with the Illinois Board of Higher Education who funds this program. No individual information will be shared.

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* 13. I confirm my willingness to fully participate in the GEER project and agree to comply with all program requirements.

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* 14. Please share how you heard about the program.