See the group details below and get in touch with their leaders via email or through their Facebook group to get involved.
Want to start your own group? Reach out to charlie.lee@yale.edu to learn about OISS' logistical and budgetary support for you!
Babies at Yale
Mondays, 10-11:30am, OISS, 421 Temple Street
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bk99T0iQ5pNJaVG9Qxbnoo
Babies at Yale is back! Are you a new parent looking to meet other fellow parents? Wouldn't it be nice if that can take place at OISS' mini baby playdate station? Join our first gathering to find your community, and refreshments will be served at the group's first gathering.
Chinese Conversation Group
Fridays, 2:30-3:30pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
The Chinese Conversation Group provides a relaxing environment that offers opportunities for conversing in Mandarin Chinese. People of all skill levels are welcome, including beginners, experts, native speakers, and everyone in-between. Please join us! You can improve your Chinese and learn more about China and Chinese culture by discussing a variety of topics. Please contact yaleoisschinesegroup@gmail.com or on Wechat with ID: Yale OISS Chinese Conversation!
Chinese Painting & Calligraphy Group
Thursdays, 2:30pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HRCcvZWbeJ22PUkm1B6zvE
Join this group to learn the art of Chinese Painting and Calligraphy. All levels are welcome, including brand new beginners, and supplies will be provided. Refreshments will be served at the group's first gathering!
Cooking & Culinary Group
Next gathering: Thursday, 10-11:30am, November 13, OISS, 421 Temple Street
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JO1meXH3jGSJfZ4YFFj1Hy?mode=wwc
Join this group to cook, bake and catch up with each other. All ISPY members are welcome, whether you are a pro chef, someone who cooks for fun, or someone who has never touched a pan before! Join our first gathering to make new friends, trade recipes and cook creatively together.
Korean Culture and Language Group
Next gathering: TBC (please join the WhatsApp group below for details), OISS, 421 Temple Street
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L2PW7j5NTq96BrJe0F8IcH?mode=ems_copy_t
Welcome to the newest ISPY group. This group gathers to discuss the latest Korean trend, pop culture and language. All are welcome whether you are a fan of K-pop, K-beauty, or just interested in learning and sharing anything Korean.
Tea Tasting Group
Monthly, 10am-11:30am, OISS, 421 Temple Street
September 17, October 15, November 12 (Wednesday) & December 10
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUu5lIt4K2W9X0b9p8akJo
We invite you to join our new Tea & Coffee Soulmates club which is here to provide an environment where international students and scholars with family members can relax, communicate, and enjoy tasting tea and coffee. Coffee or tea will be provided, depending on the week.
Financial Literacy at Yale Group
Next gathering: Thursday, 10-11:30am, November 20, OISS, 421 Temple Street
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/D0ZMZna5ico7DgF2giGJuz?mode=wwc
Are you interested in equipping yourself with the knowledge to learn how money works in the US? Do you want to discuss and get to know more about taxes, savings, debt, investing, retirement, and long-term financial planning in America? Join this group to learn and grow together! Refreshments will be served at the first gathering.
Toddlers at Yale
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm - around New Haven (see Facebook group for details)
Meet fellow parents, bring your toddlers, and bond over shared experiences as international families in New Haven! This is best for toddlers ages 1-4. Please join the Toddlers at Yale Facebook group to get updated information.
