Programs

Andrew Romay New Immigrant Center

The Andrew Romay New Immigrant Center  (ARNIC), is a FREE program that helps recent immigrants participate fully in American society.

ARNIC members enjoy exclusive access to the Center's events and classes throughout the year, including: 

• ENGLISH IN ACTION: one-on-one English conversation sessions
• WORKSHOPS: practical assistance for survival skills and work readiness
• ENGLISH LANGUAGE "TUNE-UP" CLASSES: pronunciation, writing, and business English
• ESL BOOT CAMP: three-week intensive English classes
• CULTURAL INTEREST PROGRAMS:  supported by the ESU of New York City
• CITY AS LABORATORY:  excursions and monthly field trips to sites in New York City and beyond

Who can apply?

Criteria for a FREE one-year membership:

• NEW IMMIGRANT: US. Legal Permanent Resident (or asylee/refugee) for 2 years or less*
• INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH: ability to speak and understand intermediate English
• TIME COMMITMENT: able to dedicate at least 5 hours a week to Center's programs, events and activities
• LOW-INCOME: demonstrated need

* The time requirement is waived for immigrants referred by partner organizations.

For more information:

For information on how to apply, please click here.

The English-Speaking Union is conveniently located near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.  The New Immigrant Center's activities take place Monday through Saturday.

For more information, please contact Tanzilya Oren at toren@esuus.org or call 212-818-1200 x 239.