To connect with others, we can't hide large parts of ourselves. We have to be willing to reveal, to some extent, what we think, do, feel and relate to in order to give our conversation partner ...

This semester, I decided to join the CELOP Conversation Partner Program. My initial intention was to improve my language abilities, but I’ve also gained something much more valuable: a close friend.

“Getting on the same wavelength” with someone used to be a cute radio-frequency metaphor to describe how we develop a deep understanding and empathy for someone when a conversation is going well. When ...

New research explains how taking up more space and time in conversations can make you more likable, especially during first interactions. A positive first impression solidifies social bonds that are ...

From ordering a muffin at the Blue Room to engaging in small talk after class, conversational English permeates the day-to-day lives of all those on campus. But the terms and phrases used in these ...