http://englishatwork.org language is opportunity Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:33:38 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Austin's World Refugee Day celebration took place this past Saturday at the Bob Bullock Museum. English at Work students, teachers, and staff  enjoyed great food and entertainment while meeting people from all over the world. Thank you to the museum, the Multicultural Refugee Coalition, Caritas, AAIM, and Refugee Services of Texas for hosting such a colorful and welcoming event. Take a peek ... http://englishatwork.org/2010/06/29/world-refugee-day/ It’s that time again; time to pop the top off a bottle of champagne and celebrate the successes of another month. All students, teachers, volunteers, and friends of English at Work are welcome to drop by the office this Friday between 3:30 and 5 o’clock to share a toast with ... http://englishatwork.org/2010/05/26/champagne-friday-2/ English at Work is pleased to introduce Kassie Navarro, our new Program and Development Assistant. Kassie is a recent graduate of St. Edward’s University with degrees in both Communication and Global Studies. Her experience in development comes from previous work with Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation and current volunteer work with Discover ... http://englishatwork.org/2010/05/25/meet-kassie/ Before we put the cork on yet another month, let's celebrate all of April's accomplishments with good friends and a glass of something bubbly. Please join us in English at Work's office this Friday, April 30th from 3:30 to 5 o'clock as we toast recent highlights within our community.   From starting ... http://englishatwork.org/2010/04/28/champagne-friday/ This spring, English at Work launches the Accelerator Project, a strategic growth plan that will have a deep impact on families across the state of Texas by 2020. The goals of the Project are to reach more hard-working employees and to serve them better over the next ten years. Helping ... http://englishatwork.org/2010/03/29/english-at-work-recieves-25000-from-the-kellogg-foundation/ Since 2006, English at Work has partnered with Caritas to provide work-based language instruction to newly-arrived Cuban refugees. Many of these individuals come to the U.S. with professional degrees. However, because of the language barrier, it is difficult for them to find work in their field. In 2003, the New ... http://englishatwork.org/2010/03/01/student-profile-osmany-moncada/ Thanks to all who came out and enjoyed our Holiday Party, especially the teachers, volunteers, and board who make this organization great. http://englishatwork.org/2009/12/14/holiday-party/ Thanks to all who came out, participated, and volunteered. The night was a great success in every way. We filled all our trivia team table, everyone had a great time, and we met our fundraising goal of $6000. Can't wait for next year! Maile tells everyone about the important work English ... http://englishatwork.org/2009/11/21/quiz-for-a-cause-was-a-great-success/ Thank you to our sponsors and partners: Professional Janitorial Services Sam's Club Guero's Taco Bar Blake Magee Company Seton Law Office of Tom Esparza Tacodeli Anderson's Coffee Sponsorships are still available! Contact maile@austinenglish.org for more information. http://englishatwork.org/2009/09/22/1st-annual-austin-trivia-night-quiz-for-a-cause/ http://englishatwork.org/2009/09/10/our-students-highlighted-in-literacy-coalition-video/