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Testimonials
IEP students are really unique. Different nationalities, different ages, and different dreams. Are you still wondering if you should start studying English with the IEP? Please read their words!
Ralitsa Hristova, Bulgaria 
"I would like to introduce this wonderful program to as many people as possible. The Intensive English Program provides a high quality education and good study environment. Before I came here, I was worried about my English skill, and I wondered if I could keep up the class. But now if there are someone who is afraid to come here, I just want to say “Come here and join us!” The IEP gives a lot to it students."
"I would like to introduce this wonderful program to as many people as possible. The Intensive English Program provides a high quality education and good study environment. Before I came here, I was worried about my English skill, and I wondered if I could keep up the class. But now if there are someone who is afraid to come here, I just want to say “Come here and join us!” The IEP gives a lot to it students."
Toyoko Tahara, Japan
"My dream is to work in a developing country as a nurse. When I was a nurse in Japan, I realized that English skill is essential for reaching my goal. In 2005, 
I came here to study English under the Intensive English Program. During my time in the Big Island, I learned not only English but also Hawaiian culture and their activities. Now I am a member of the Hula Halau in Hilo, and paddling club of the University of Hawaii at Hilo. I also volunteered in the hospital as a nurse. People in Hilo were very nice and friendly, and there were many activities that international students could try. One of my unique experiences was volunteering in a Japanese shrine as a medium the New Year’s Day. In my classes in the Intensive English Program, I received a lot from my teachers and the other international students. I really enjoyed studying in the program and my English skill improved. These were very valuable experiences in my life."
I came here to study English under the Intensive English Program. During my time in the Big Island, I learned not only English but also Hawaiian culture and their activities. Now I am a member of the Hula Halau in Hilo, and paddling club of the University of Hawaii at Hilo. I also volunteered in the hospital as a nurse. People in Hilo were very nice and friendly, and there were many activities that international students could try. One of my unique experiences was volunteering in a Japanese shrine as a medium the New Year’s Day. In my classes in the Intensive English Program, I received a lot from my teachers and the other international students. I really enjoyed studying in the program and my English skill improved. These were very valuable experiences in my life."Tomohiro Akao, Japan
"I came here with my wife to study English. After I retired, we bought a house on the Big Island. I love to study new things, and my wife loves it, too. At first, I was not planning to study hard. I just wanted to support my wife and her dream to study at the University of Hawaii. However, the Intensive English Program was very motivating, and I realized that how wonderful it is to study a second language is. Now, I can explain in English my knowledge about Japanese culture and my life experiences to international students all over the world. They also explain about their culture and their life experiences to me. The IEP has made my life better."
IEP Hawaii : Testimonials