On Saturday, April 18, 2026, facilitators and participants from ELI’s long-running Conversation Circles program gathered on the 10th floor of Weiser Hall for the fifth annual Spring Has Sprung “all-circles” gathering.  They enjoyed breakfast treats, games, a raffle featuring ELI swag prizes - and the amazing views!

For over 30 years, ELI’s Conversation Circles have connected international students and scholars with volunteer facilitators—U-M students, staff, and faculty—for casual English practice and meaningful cultural exchange.  

If you are interested in joining or facilitating a Conversation Circle, check out our website for more details.

A huge thanks to the friends of ELI whose generous gifts through U-M’s Giving Blueday campaigns have helped make this annual event a success.