ELI - Mission Statement

The ELI provides high quality English language courses and a smooth transition to U.S. culture for international students, professionals and other non-native speakers of English.

Objectives:

• Improve both English language and study skills of students in preparation for study at an American college or university, or for personal or professional purposes
• Acquaint students with the cultural knowledge and awareness necessary to transition from life and study in their home countries to life and study in the U.S.
• Provide excellent student support and administrative services
• Maintain the highest standards of English language instruction by employing and developing capable, dynamic and experienced faculty.
• Foster an intellectual atmosphere where professional development is supported, appreciated and pursued by all faculty.
• Enrich Salisbury University campus and faculty at large by encouraging multicultural communication and interaction
• Advance Salisbury University's mission and vision by supporting a community-wide effort to promote an international, cross-cultural learning environment