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The Andrew Romay Immigrant, Support Program (ISP) at the International Center provides a welcoming
place for immigrants where they can build the skills they need to fully participate in the professional and
social life of their new country.
About the Program
The Andrew Romay Immigrant Support Program (ISP) at the International Center provides an integrated
(综合的) set of educational, cultural, and professional activities at ICNY to help immigrants:
● improve their English
● develop the networks they need to achieve their goals and fully participate in American life
● find a welcoming "home away from home"
Participants have access to a wide-range of programming, including:
● more than 40 weekly classes in English language and American culture
● practical and career-skills workshops
● opportunities to explore New York City and the nearby area through trips and tours
ISP is particularly focused on helping newly arrived immigrants at a critical point in their lives. Recent
arrivals in financial need receive one-year scholarships and low-cost meals. ISP is funded by Andrew Romay
and a sum of money from the Open Society Institute.
If you are interested in applying for ISP, please fill out our online application or contact ISP Program
Manager, Elaine Roberts at (212) 255-9555 or at eroberts@intlcenter.org.
Resources for Current ISP Members
RECOMMENDED CLASSES
● Intermediate level: Introduction to Writing & Interviewing Skills on Wednesday, from 11 a.m.-12:10
p. m.
● High Intermediate/Advanced: Tips for Success at Work and Beyond on Tuesday, from 2-3:25 p.m.
● Advanced: Career Skills Workshop on Wednesday, from 6-8 p.m. Sign-up required.
● For all levels: Interviewing Skills Workshop on Saturday, from 11 a.m-2 p.m. Sign-up required.
UPCOMING EVENTS
To see a list of upcoming events, visit our News & Events page.
OTHER RESOURCES
If you would like helpful resources on topics such as ESOL, healthcare, housing, or finding a job, please
visit our Member Resources page.
1. The main purpose of ISP is to _____. [ ]
A. help new immigrants set up a home away from home
B. equip new immigrants with the skills needed
C. provide support for new immigrants in financial need
D. help old immigrants at a critical point
2. You can become a member of ISP by _____. [ ]
A. visiting News & Events page
B. surfing Member Resources page
C. contacting Andrew
D. contacting Elaine
3. Which class best suits Tracy, who hopes to improve her interviewing skills but is busy on weekdays? [ ]
A. Intermediate level.
B. High Intermediate/Advanced.
C. Advanced.
D. For all levels.
