What is Project SHINE?
SHINE stands for Students Helping In the Naturalization of Elders.
Project SHINE is a service learning student organization at Boise State University. SHINE volunteers work with elder refugees (60+) at the English Language Center in Boise. With guidance from a mentor teacher, volunteers assist with classroom activities that help elders navigate their daily lives. On any given day, a volunteer might find herself assisting students in the computer lab, playing ping-pong, or helping students answer questions about George Washington.
The goal of Project SHINE is to not only prepare elders for the citizenship exam, but also to develop elders' English skills so that they can contribute to, and feel a sense of belonging in, their communities.
Have additional questions, or want to sign up to be a volunteer?
Please send us a message through the "Contact Us" tab above and we will get back to you as soon as we can!
We look forward to seeing you at Project SHINE!
The English Language Center is located at:
Oak Park Plaza
2323 S. Vista Ave.
Boise, ID 83705
Oak Park Plaza
2323 S. Vista Ave.
Boise, ID 83705