English as a Second Language
at Columbia College Chicago
Welcome! The English as a Second Language (ESL) program provides resources for students with home/heritage lanugages other than English and the faculty who work with them. Peruse our site to learn more about:
- The ESL Academic Program, which offers sheltered sections of college-level writing, reading, and public speaking courses.
- The Summer Intensive English Language Institute (SIELI), an advanced "bridge -to-academic" language and culture program for students who need to improve their English before enrolling at Columbia.
- Resources for Faculty teaching in the ESL program.
Questions? Contact:
Suzanne Blum Malley, Director of ESL
sbmalley@colum.edu
Phone: (312) 344-8111
Fax: (312) 344-8001
