English Language Institute

Mission and Diversity Statements

Mission Statement

The ELI’s mission is to teach and serve students in the Intensive English Program and in the community, provide support to the University, and contribute to the profession of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). The ELI achieves this mission through service in three contexts: non-credit English classes, support for matriculated students at the University of Pittsburgh, and the field of TESOL. Read more about the ELI's mission...

Diversity Statement

The ELI provides an opportunity for people from all over the world to learn about English and each other in a new community. This diversity is one of the ELI's greatest strengths. The ELI, in its mission, is committed to a safe and supportive teaching and learning environment for all its employees and students. Read more about the importance of diversity in the ELI...