Learn about the language and culture of Chinese, French, Spanish, German or
Hindi
speaking countries. Experience family life, customs, history, food and the
arts of various cultures that speak your chosen language.
Spend the morning immersed in your foreign language while you play and learn
on the UWMC campus and nearby Marathon Park.
Los Hispanohablantes (the Spanish unit) - The
Hispanohablantes will learn Spanish the easy way by playing games, singing
songs, chanting, and performing role plays while "traveling" to the
countries of the Spanish speaking world. While there, we'll learn about the
local customs and spectacular sights, and treat ourselves to the tempting
ethnic foods. Come join the fun and learn Spanish in an active, lively
setting! ˇVen conmigo! Come with me!
Les Jeunes Francophones (the French unit) - Why learn French? French
is spoken by billions ofpeople spread over all the continents. At UWMC's
French immersion camp you can learn French in French! Being immersed in the
language is the key to learning it. At the camp you will learn "ready to
use" vocabulary and phrases that you will be able to use tout de suite!
Through crafts, games, and songs you can have fun learning French. Go on a
scavenger hunt, play in le Coup du Monde, eat Nutella!
Don't miss this unique immersion opportunity!
Zhongguo Cun (the Chinese unit) Take a “trip” to China to explore
language and culture through
games, songs, crafts and food. Learn Mandarin, the official language of
mainland China.
Zhong Guo Huan Ying Nin!
Gurukul (Indian/Hindi unit) Namaste. Namaste. Aap kaise hain? (How
are you?) Welcome to our
“Indian National Language” Hindi unit, where you will learn commonly spoken
Indian words and
phrases, numbers, greetings, geography, famous monuments, fascinating
culture and festivals. You will also learn the most popular Indian sport of
cricket and some yoga for conscious relaxation.
Deutsche Schuler (the German unit) Wir singen, wir tanzen, wir
spielen! Have fun learning to
speak German while singing, dancing, and playing games!
Komm mit! Come along!
An international table manners test:
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Equal Opportunity
-UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in programming, including Title
IX requirements. Please advise at the time of registration if you are
physically challenged and desire special accommodations.
We reserve the
right to cancel any unit that does not have sufficient enrollment.
A UWMC Language Immersion Program