Friendship House MSU

😍Fall Semester Starts on September 8th!
Now you can check out our Fall class schedule and register online on our website: https://friendshiphousemsu.global/

Our beloved returning teachers and wonderful new ones are already looking forward to seeing you!

Want to meet us in person and see how Friendship House works?

Come to our Open House Day on August 29th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
We’ll be happy to welcome you, show you around, and answer your questions. See you soon! 😘

❤️ Welcome to Friendship House’s 2026 Fall Semester!
Classes begin on Monday, September 8th,
and Registration is now open!

Check out our new class schedule and sign up on our website:
https://friendshiphousemsu.global/

We’re excited to welcome all students and teachers and look forward to a wonderful Fall of learning, friendship, and community. See you soon! 😘

🧶 New Class Starting This Week: Beginning Crochet! 🧶

Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Or are you already crocheting and looking for a welcoming group to stitch with?

Join Teacher Yvonne to learn the basics of crochet in a fun, relaxed setting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, everyone is welcome! Supplies are provided.

📅 Every Thursday in July, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
📍 Friendship House MSU
👥 In person only

Come learn a new skill, make new friends, and enjoy a creative hour together. We look forward to seeing you!

Second Potluck This Friday!

Join us this Friday, June 26, from 12:00–2:00 PM for our second potluck of the summer semester!

If you're able, please bring a small dish to share. If not, no worries—your presence is what matters most.

📍 Parking: Please park at University Lutheran Church.

We look forward to spending time together and sharing a great meal. See you tomorrow!

🌟 Meet Sandy — Our New Wednesday Teacher! 🌟

👩‍🏫 Teacher Sandy
Teacher Sandy has a bachelor’s degree in education and spent over 25 years homeschooling her five children. She also taught virtual English language classes to children in other countries. Sandy and her husband have been active with internationals for many years through opportunities with MSU and mentoring newly arrived refugees.

📌 Class information: see below!
Available both in person and on Zoom.

We warmly welcome everyone to join Sandy’s class this semester!

🌟 Meet Our New Tuesday Teachers! 🌟

We are excited to introduce two wonderful teachers in our Tuesday classes this summer semester!

👨‍🏫 Teacher Gary
Gary worked for the Michigan Legislature as an economist and legislative assistant from 1984 to 2011. His expertise was in parliamentary procedure, which explains why he didn’t work in the private sector. His outside interests include refereeing soccer (retired) and listening to Bruce Sprinsteen songs (never retiring).

👩‍🏫 Teacher Ruby
Ruby is a graduate student at Michigan State University, pursuing a Master’s degree in Health and Risk Communication. Originally from Chongqing, China, she has a background in international communication and a strong interest in health education and cross-cultural storytelling.

📌 Class information: see below!
Available both in person and on Zoom.

🌟 Say hello to our new teacher, Michelle! 🌟

Michelle recently graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Neuroscience and is currently preparing for medical school. She loves dancing, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends. ✨

This summer, Michelle will be teaching a new class:
📚 “Simple Conversational English”

🗓 Every Thursday
🕥 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Available both in-person and on Zoom

🌟 Meet Our New Teacher Tomorrow! 🌟

We’re excited to introduce Tycen, who’s joining us this summer with a brand-new class:
📚 “Exploring English as a Second Language”

Tycen will graduate this December with a degree in Actuarial Science and Statistics. Over the past four years, he has also served as a manager for the women’s basketball team — bringing leadership, teamwork, and enthusiasm to everything he does!

🗓 Join Tycen’s class every Friday
🕥 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Available both in-person and on Zoom

🎈Welcome to Friendship House’s 2026 Summer Semester!

Classes begin on Monday, May 11th, and registration is now open! Check out our new class schedule and sign up on our website:
https://friendshiphousemsu.global/

We’re excited to welcome all students and teachers and look forward to a wonderful summer of learning, friendship, and community. See you soon!🫰

📣 You’re warmly invited to our 2026 Annual Meeting!

Join us on Thursday, April 30th—we’d love to see you there.

🕚 11:00 AM: Business Meeting in the Social Hall at University Lutheran Church

🕛 12:00–2:00 PM: Open House at the Friendship House. Enjoy food and fellowship with our international community, and see where much of our work happens.

If you’re unable to attend in person, you’re welcome to join us via Zoom.

Please sign up here: https://forms.gle/VxVjjQ9xH6xYFayJ6
(or scan the QR code in the flyer below)