GLOBAL FRIENDS

A Community of Internationals

Whether Seattle has been your home for many years or you’ve just arrived, we’re glad you’re here!

Global Friends is a multi-ethnic community where international students, scholars, professionals, and their families can enjoy a meal together, make friends, and learn more about American culture. For more information, sign up for our weekly email.

Fall Quarter 2022

Fridays, January 13– March 10

University Presbyterian Church, Calvin Lounge

4540 15th Ave NE

Schedule

6:00 pm Dinner (in Calvin Lounge)

6:15 pm Talk and Discussion during dinner

6:45 pm Dessert and zoom discussion

6:50 pm Music; then Kid’s dismissal*

7:00 pm Announcements

7:15 pm Clubs**

8:20 pm Pick up kids

*6:55-8:20 pm Children’s Program (ages 0-11)

Room 300AB (ages 0-4)

Room 320 (ages 5-11)

Club Descriptions

Meaning of Life Club

Upper-Intermediate to Advanced English

Location: Online and in Calvin

Explore questions about the meaning of life from the Christian perspective. We will watch video clips and discuss our ideas and questions. Contact: Alan

Tea and Games Club

All English levels

Location: Room 370

Laugh, play, and enjoy each other’s company! Contact: Jane and Richard

Cosmos Toastmasters Club

Advanced English

Location: Room 340-345

Toastmasters is a public speaking club. Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth. Contact: Alex

Whose Influence Will I Follow?

Intermediate and Advanced English

Location: Room 350-355

We will see ourselves in stories about— gossiping, addictions, achieving success, receiving love, suicide, the meaning of life

Contact: Loren