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For release September 13, 2010
English as a Second Language registration open at LCC
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Joe Monaco and Eric Razo |
EUGENE, OR – English as a Second Language classes begin Sept. 27 at Lane Community College. Students should register now to ensure a seat.
Eric Razo, a 36-year-old native of Mexico, began taking ESL classes to advance in his work at Monaco Tools in Eugene. "I told him when I hired him, you have to learn English if you want to work here," said Joe Monaco. "Eric's very intelligent, and he can advance with better language skills." Razo takes ESL classes after work and Monaco provides scheduling flexibility to help him.
The cost is $47 for an 11-week class. Students are eligible for a free LCC Bus Pass. Some classes require purchase of a textbook. Additional fees may apply to students with certain types of non-immigrant visas.
The program enrolls about 500 students per term.
Classes are available in pre-beginning to advanced levels. Morning classes are offered on main campus, 4000 E. 30th Avenue, Eugene, Building 11, second floor. Evening classes are offered at the LCC Downtown Center at 1059 Willamette Street in Eugene. Multi-level classes are available at Springfield Middle School, 1084 G Street, Springfield, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7:50 p.m., with childcare provided.
For more information call (541) 463-5253 days or (541) 463-4935 evenings.
Lane is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.
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Media contact: Joan Aschim, (541) 463-5591, aschimj@lanecc.edu
