January 8, 2018

Hackettstown, N.J., January 9, 2018 – For the Spring 2018 semester, Centenary University will offer adult English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for the community. This service is offered to adults who are not full time matriculated students at the University, as there has been a growing demand for a class like this in the Hackettstown area.

The classes will be held on Thursday nights from 5:30 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. beginning on January 25, 2018 through May 3, 2018.  Classes will be taught by Professor Lauren Lesce, M.A., Linguistic Studies at Syracuse University.

“I am very happy to be offering this program again to the community,” says Professor Lesce. “It is gratifying to see our students develop their language skills and make progress towards their professional and personal goals after they complete the course.”

Members of this class are eligible to obtain a library card from Centenary University. Students may use computers, printers, videos, books and magazines at the library to assist them with their English language studies. Also, the library has expanded its selection of bilingual and Spanish books.

The community ESL class first started in September of 2015 at full capacity. In response to continued interest, the University is pleased to be able to expand this program as a way to help community members become more proficient in English and acquire the basic knowledge and skills they need to function effectively as parents, workers, and citizens.  Classes are open to persons 18 years or older.

The cost for the course is $150.00.  For information or to register, contact Professor Lauren Lesce ESL Instructor/Tutor at (908) 852-1400, ext. 2330 or at lescel@centenaryuniversity.edu. Online registration is available at https://www.centenaryuniversity.edu/international-programs/esl-program/

Founded in 1867 by the Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church, Centenary University is an independent, coeducational liberal arts and career studies college distinguished by an accomplished faculty, small class size and diverse student body.  Centenary is the only baccalaureate and master’s degree granting institution in northwest New Jersey.

Centenary University’s main campus is located in Hackettstown, N.J., with its equestrian facility in Washington Township (Morris County).  The Centenary University School of Professional Studies offers degree programs online and in two locations: Parsippany and Edison, online and at corporate sites throughout New Jersey.
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