Have you ever encounter a situation or an opportunity that was so unique you thought it would never happen again? You might say that things like that happen once in a blue moon. Why? Well, a blue moon is so rare and happens not-so-frequent, that this expression is used when an event presents itself not very often. Meaning / Synonyms very rarely once after a long time … [Read more...] about Learn English Idioms: Once in a Blue Moon
At the English Language Institute at Missouri State University, we are excited to offer different kinds of online programs. Find the one for you or someone you know! What's so special about our programs? At the English Language Institute, we deliver our online programs with the same passion and dedication as we do in our in-person programs. All of our online programs are … [Read more...] about There is an Online Program for Everyone!
Cali Pettijohn’s advanced listening class visited a local organization with a global reach. Students completed their English Language Institute course by touring the Askinosie Chocolate factory. The 8-week course included intensive and extensive listening skills. Intensive skills include noticing grammar, expressions, reduced sounds, and vocabulary. … [Read more...] about ELI students tour the chocolate factory
The ELI Special Programs is honored to announce the completion of the English and Leadership Immersion Program - Winter 2020. This amazing group of participants spent 4 weeks on the Missouri State University campus learning English, sharing their culture, knowing local and international students, and discovering the wonders that Springfield, MO has to offer. 37 … [Read more...] about English and Leadership Immersion Program – Winter 2020 Completion
Written by Boni Brown Introduction to Batool! Batool Alzubi grew up in Jordan, along with two brothers and a sister. Batool moved to The United States and started her first year of college at Missouri State in 2015. She explored some different majors before settling on creative writing her sophomore year. Discovering MSU Batool’s father spent a lot of time looking … [Read more...] about Student Spotlight: Batool Alzubi