It is with great pride that I present to you the 2023–2024 Annual Report of the English-Speaking Union of the United States. This has been a year marked by achievements across all of our programs and the continued growth of our mission. From coast to coast, the ESU has advanced its goal of fostering global understanding and educational opportunity, and I could not be more proud of what we have accomplished together.
In every corner of our union, from bustling cities to quiet communities, the ESU continued to build bridges and expand opportunities that empower students, teachers, English language learners and our members through the English language. Whether it was in classrooms, lecture halls, or at celebratory gatherings, our mission thrived because of the dedication and generosity of our members, volunteers and donors.
We celebrated several milestones this year. In October 2023, the ESU Kansas City Branch hosted a particularly memorable Annual General Conference—blending Midwestern hospitality with a forward-looking dialogue on the future of our organization. It was a time to reconnect in person, share ideas, and strengthen the bonds that make our organization so resilient. Under the theme of “Blueprint for Growth: Unity of Purpose,” the conference focused on the importance of forging partnerships with like-minded organizations to spur growth, harnessing technology to reach new constituents and strengthening our programs for life-long learners.
On March 22, 2024, the ESU was welcomed by British Ambassador Dame Karen Pierce DCMG and her husband, Sir Charles Roxburgh KCB, who graciously hosted a reception at their official residence in Washington, D.C., in celebration of the ESU Luard Morse Scholarship. Set in the historic Lutyens Building, the event brought together current and past scholars, ESU members, and distinguished guests for an inspiring evening that raised awareness of this exceptional program, energized the alumni community, inspired renewed engagement, and generated crucial support to sustain and expand the scholarships. The event underscored our ongoing commitment to education and transatlantic friendship and the Scholarship’s vital role in offering outstanding students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities the opportunity to study at British universities—an experience that continues to shape lives and futures.
On April 15, 2024, the ESU National Shakespeare Competition made a triumphant return to its cherished long-time home—the iconic Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City. This year’s competition welcomed forty-four talented semi-finalists from across the country, each of whom had earned their place through hard-fought victories at the school and Branch level. The ESU proudly welcomed back many longtime participating Branches and celebrated the expansion of the competition to West Virginia and Michigan, further extending the reach of this transformative program. Over the course of the weekend, participants enjoyed a rich array of educational and cultural activities, including an acting workshop, visits to New York landmarks, and the chance to connect with peers who share their passion for the Bard. And during the finals, the young performers captivated the audience with their mastery of Shakespeare’s words, competing for the coveted grand prize – a place at the British American Drama Academy Midsummer Conservatory Program in Oxford, England.
Thanks to the generous support of the Achelis & Bodman Foundation, the ESU expanded the reach of its Shakespeare programs to include students with a passion for the written word through the continuation of the ESU Shakespeare Writing Program. This initiative featured two national competitions: the “I Am Shakespeare” Sonnet Competition, which challenged students to craft a contemporary sonnet while honoring Shakespeare’s traditional structure, and “The Actor Speaks” Essay Competition, which invited students to reflect on their personal journey of preparing and performing a Shakespearean monologue and sonnet. Designed to keep students engaged with Shakespeare throughout the academic year, the writing competitions open the door to even more learners—whether they take the stage or wield the pen.
Rounding out a year of meaningful milestones, the ESU celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Andrew Romay New Immigrant Center (ARNIC) on June 20, 2024, with a joyful gathering honoring both the program’s enduring legacy and the graduating class of 2024. The event brought together students, alumni, supporters, and friends to reflect on a decade of impact—empowering thousands of new immigrants to build confidence in their English, integrate into American society, and pursue personal and professional success. A highlight of the celebration was the heartfelt recognition of the many whose time, talent, and compassion have shaped ARNIC into a true community of learning and support.
Special acknowledgements were given to the ESU Denver Branch for its enthusiastic participation in the English in Action Across America online tutoring program, and to Flushing Bank for its generous support of both the annual Career Days and the new professional mentoring program. The ESU also proudly honored two ARNIC alumni, Héctor Arguinzones and Niurka Meléndez-Vasquez, who have gone on to establish a community-based organization dedicated to assisting new immigrants as they navigate their own American journeys. The anniversary served as both a tribute to the program’s founder, Dr. Andrew Romay, and a powerful reminder of the ESU’s mission in action.
In addition to the year’s special moments, the ESU’s core programs continued to thrive, touching lives across the country and around the world.
At the Andrew Romay New Immigrant Center, 396 immigrants were welcomed into a vibrant community of learning and support—and 100% of the graduates reported improved English skills, a testament to the program’s effectiveness and impact. The English in Action conversation program saw its dedicated volunteers contribute an extraordinary 38,000 hours in one-on-one sessions with English language learners, offering the invaluable gifts of fluency and confidence.
Thanks to the generosity of our Branches and members, the Teachers Learning Abroad (TLab) program sent more than forty educators to study in the UK, enriching their teaching practice through immersive professional development at Oxford, Edinburgh and Shakespeare’s Globe in London
The ESU’s lectures and public speaking programs continued to educate, engage, and inspire audiences of all ages. The Evelyn Wrench Speaker Series welcomed two distinguished lecturers, historian Dr. Andrew Lownie and historical biographer Flora Fraser, who traveled to ESU Branches across the country, delivering lively and thought-provoking presentations that sparked meaningful dialogue and renewed connections.
The ever-popular virtual Happy Hour Lecture Series offered thirteen engaging talks throughout the year, drawing an impressive average of 154 attendees per session, and providing members nationwide with access to stimulating content from the comfort of home.
In the realm of youth engagement, the Secondary School Exchange continued its proud tradition of transatlantic learning, with eleven students crossing the pond to study in the UK and the US, building lifelong connections and broadening their horizons. The Middle School Public Debate Program flourished—2,000 students from the New York area participated in nearly 1,900 rounds of debate, guided and supported by an incredible team of over 400 volunteers. And on the international stage, ESU-US proudly sponsored a participant in the International Public Speaking Competition organized by our sister organization, the ESU of the Commonwealth, a meaningful expression of our enduring commitment not only to global understanding, but also to “oracy,” the vital skill of clear, confident communication in today’s world.
I look back on this remarkable year with immense pride in all that we have accomplished together. These achievements would not have been possible without the dedication and generosity of our entire ESU family. To our members and volunteers, thank you for giving so generously of your time, talents and spirit. To the participants in our programs, your perseverance and passion inspire us every day. To our donors, your steadfast support fuels our mission and expands our reach. And to our extraordinary staff, led by President and Executive Director Karen Karpowich, thank you for your hard work and unwavering commitment.
As you read through this report, I invite you to celebrate the successes, reflect on the lives touched, and find inspiration in the work still ahead. Stay engaged, share in our vision—and if you are not yet a member of the ESU, I warmly invite you to join us in expanding minds, strengthening friendships and unlocking opportunities through the English language.
With gratitude and pride,
The Evelyn Wrench Speaker Series, named for ESU founder Sir Evelyn Wrench, brings speakers to ESU Branches throughout the United States over the course of one to two weeks. As part of the program, many renowned historians, politicians and authors have presented their work to ESU members and the general public. Lectures cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: current events; history; language and literature; art and architecture; and travel.
In the fall of 2023, we had the immense privilege to welcome two outstanding, well-renowned speakers to ESU Branches across the country.
As a matter of fact, our first speaker, Dr. Andrew Lownie, participated in the ESU Exchange Scholar Program in 1980. A Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and former visiting fellow of Churchill College, Cambridge, he has run his own literary agency since 1988. He had a wealth of knowledge to share with our Branch Members, with topics as varied as: The Duke and Duchess of Windsor in Exile; Literary Edinburgh; and Guy Burgess, the Cold War, and the Cambridge Spy Ring.
Rounding out our fall Wrench Speaker Series was Flora Fraser, a historical biographer based in London who specializes in archival research on eighteenth century women in Europe and America. She is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and, in 2019, was awarded a honorary Doctorate of Letters by Kings College, London. A prolific writer of many topics, she regaled our delighted Members with her lecture on her namesake, Flora Macdonald: Jacobite Rebel, American Revolutionary War Loyalist.
In partnership with Claremont McKenna College and launched with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the ESU Middle School Debate Program teaches students in grades 5–8 fundamentals of critical thinking and language arts skills through public speaking and civil discourse. The program reaches students at one of the most sensitive times of their development. It enhances their academic performance in language, math and science classes and builds discipline, collaboration and tolerance of different viewpoints as students must prep both sides of a topic. It appeals to both boys and girls, which are almost evenly represented in the ESU leagues.
The program provides students with opportunities to hone their public speaking skills while competing in weekend debate tournaments at participating league schools generously donating their facilities. For the 2023-24 season, students in the ESU’s New York Debate League, Garden State Debate League and Jersey Shore Debate Leagues competed in a total of 14 tournaments. The students work hard and look forward to the all-day tournaments. They provide a unique chance to travel to other schools, bond with each other and interact with and learn from their peers.
The ESU is fortunate to work closely with a dedicated team of coaches/teachers and volunteer judges to support and grow the leagues. Nationwide ESU Branches Mentorship is an important part of the ESU Middle School Public Debate program with some of the former middle school debate program alum serving as judges and mentoring, and more established schools and debate programs welcoming and nurturing new. Passionate alum continued to grow and hone their own debate skills as part of the ESU East Coast High School Public Debate Program in 4 tournaments hosted by high schools in New York and New Jersey.
Debate is unusual for giving students a chance to push themselves to their absolute intellectual limits, and to find their own voices in a world that is usually telling them what to do."
- Evan Streams, Dalton School Debate Coach, ESU NYDL
The ESU Luard Morse Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that provides students up to $25,000 in scholarship towards a semester of study at a British University during their junior year. The scholarship is available only to American students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the United States. The ESU Luard Morse Scholarship is open to students in all disciplines and has been awarded to students majoring in economics, philosophy, finance, mathematics, liberal arts and the sciences. Since the inaugural 1969-1970 academic year, 89 exceptional students have been awarded scholarships to study at 18 universities including Oxford, Cambridge and the London School of Economics.
The 2023-24 ESU Luard Morse Scholar was Ms. Michayla George, a Business Major at Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tennessee who studied at Queen Mary University of London, Fall Semester 2023. Not only did Michayla have the opportunity to meet students from around the world, but soon after her return other ESU Luard Morse Scholarship Alum at a Reunion Celebration hosted in March 2024 by the British Ambassador Dame Karen Pierce DCMG and Sir Charles Roxburgh KCB in the historic Lutyens Building, the Ambassador’s residence in Washington D.C. The event celebrated the achievements of the ESU Luard Morse Scholarship alumni studies in the UK but also highlighted the program’s transformative impact on their life trajectories.
The Andrew Romay New Immigrant Center (ARNIC) is a free program that facilitates the full integration of immigrants, asylum seekers and refugees into U.S. life. The program provides immigrants with the tools and resources to overcome barriers and build successful lives in the U.S. The center offers English classes, career services and opportunities for civic and cultural learning. The program is grounded in a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Each year we serve 300+ new immigrants. More than 3,000 immigrants from 60+ countries have benefited from our services since the center opened its doors.
This was an exciting year of innovation and growth. Our robust workforce development program continued to equip immigrants with the skills and resources to prepare for jobs in the changing U.S. economy and to overcome barriers to success.
The workforce development program includes three distinct services: a one-to-one professional mentoring program, individual career advising and job-readiness English classes. Participants in the mentoring program experienced a 25% decrease in unemployment. By the end of the program, 88% reported that they felt more confident about how to find a job in the U.S.
The ESU national headquarters offers a vibrant and welcoming space for new immigrants to study and learn together and to make connections across cultures. Our hybrid program combines the accessibility of online activities with the benefits of in-person learning.
This program has offered incredible resources and connections essential for understanding our career paths here. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to expand my knowledge, mindset, and confidence."
- Dayra, Student from Colombia
English in Action (EiA) helps newcomers to the U.S. improve their English language skills and build confidence. Students and volunteers meet weekly for one-to-one conversation practice. At the heart of the program is a commitment to cross-cultural exchange. Students gain insight into life in the U.S. Volunteers learn about different cultures and support immigrants, refugees and other newcomers building new lives in this country. The program offers a safe and inclusive space to acquire the language skills to navigate everyday life, access basic services and communicate effectively in professional settings. A hallmark of the program is its comprehensive tutor training using best practices in cross-cultural learning and leadership development.
English in Action continues to grow and expand into new areas. Both online and in-person volunteer opportunities are available. The hybrid model provides more flexibility and options for our students while attracting new volunteers.
English in Action Across America opens the program to ESU Branch members across the U.S. who are interested in volunteering. ESU members across the country can now participate in this meaningful and exciting program online.
These are my first truly meaningful relationships with Americans in everyday life."
- Dmitry, Student from Russia
The ESU National Shakespeare Competition (NSC) is a dynamic, performance-based educational program that invites high school students to explore the beauty and complexity of Shakespeare’s language through reading, critical analysis, and live performance. With the support of ESU Branches across the country, the competition unfolds in three stages – school, Branch, and national – providing students with an extraordinary opportunity to develop communication skills, build self-confidence, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the power of the spoken word. Since its inception in 1983, more than 425,000 students have brought Shakespeare’s timeless works to life through this transformative experience.
2024 marked a year of resurgence and expansion for the National Shakespeare Competition. Continuing its recovery from the challenges of the pandemic, the competition returned to its live format at the iconic Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center – only the second in-person national event since 2020. The ESU proudly welcomed back many longtime participating Branches and celebrated the addition of two new Branches: West Virginia and Michigan. A particularly exciting milestone was the establishment of a new partnership with Interlochen Arts Academy, the nation’s premier boarding school for the arts, which now serves as the home of the Michigan Branch of the National Shakespeare Competition. These renewed and new partnerships underscore the competition’s enduring relevance and growing national reach.
On April 15, 2024, the English-Speaking Union held its 41st National Shakespeare Competition at Lincoln Center’s Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater in New York City. Forty-four semi-finalists traveled from across the country to participate, accompanied by parents, branch coordinators, and supporters.
Malachi White of the ESU New Orleans Branch claimed first place with compelling performances of Sonnet 17 and a powerful monologue from Othello. Malachi is a student of Gary Mendoza at Covington High School. As the top winner, he attended the British American Drama Academy’s summer program in London. Mr. Mendoza received the $1,000 ESU Teacher Recognition Award. Watch Malachi's performance here.
Second place went to Willow Peyton of the newly-established ESU West Virginia Branch, who delivered standout performances as Portia in Julius Caesar and in Sonnet 55. Her award allowed her to attend the American Shakespeare Center Theatre Camp in Staunton, Virginia. Watch Willow's performance here.
Finally, Evelyn Hall of the ESU San Francisco Branch placed third with
her interpretation of the Jailer’s Daughter in The Two Noble Kinsmen and Sonnet 71, earning a $1,000 cash prize. Watch Evelyn's performance here.
Nearly 6,000 people from around the world voted in the 2024 People’s Choice Award, generously sponsored by the ESU Cleveland Branch. The following winners emerged:
As always, our distinguished panel of judges featured leaders from across the theater world, including:
In addition to the thrill of competition, semi-finalists were treated to a weekend of enriching cultural and educational experiences in New York City. The program offered students a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of theater and performance while exploring New York City. Highlights included a masterclass with Broadway veteran Erin Dilly, held at ESU National Headquarters; a sightseeing tour aboard a classic double-decker bus; and a performance of Kimberly Akimbo on Broadway. Yet, for many participants, the most meaningful takeaway was connecting with peers from across the country who share their passion for Shakespeare.
The ESU National Shakespeare Competition has been recognized by the Globe Center, the Children’s Theatre Foundation of America, and the American Academy of Achievement.
With generous support from The Achelis & Bodman Foundation, the
ESU National Shakespeare Writing Program gives high school students the opportunity to explore and express their connection to Shakespeare through both creative and analytical writing. Designed to complement the excitement of the performance competition, the writing program keeps Shakespeare alive in classrooms throughout the school year.
Since its launch, the program has challenged students to:
In 2024, the Writing Program held two competitions that showcased
the originality, insight, and talent of students nationwide:
Launched in January 2024, this high-rigor contest asked students to write contemporary sonnets using the traditional Shakespearean structure—14 lines, volta, and rhymed couplet—while drawing inspiration from their own lives. Over 100 submissions were received from 35 ESU Branches across the country.
Open to participants in the National Shakespeare Competition, this essay contest invited students to reflect on their personal journey of bringing a monologue and sonnet to the stage. In 500–700 words, they described their educational process – from selection and textual analysis to experimentation and rehearsal. The competition launched after the 2024 National Finals to give students the chance to reflect on their full experience, from classroom to Lincoln Center.
Top winners of both the I Am Shakespeare and The Actor Speaks competitions earned cash awards. Runners-up received Shakespeare sonnet collections and gifts from Shakespeare & Company Booksellers in New York City.
Feedback from both students and educators confirms that the National Shakespeare Writing Program deepens students’ understanding of Shakespeare, improves writing skills, and encourages further exploration of classical literature and drama.
I AM Shakespeare Sonnet Contest Winners
The Actor Speaks Essay Contest Winners
In a fearful sea, one lone
droplet shifts
As a transformation begins its
course
From vicious doubt, the essence
of change lifts,
Driven forth by an unknowable
force
- Return by Bhairav Lekkala, Livingston HS, New Jersey
The ESU is so committed to the transformative power of professional development for educators, that it offers scholarships to teachers to study abroad. Each summer through the generosity and dedication of ESU Branches nationwide, TLab Scholarships are awarded to local middle and high school teachers for summer study in the United Kingdom for 2–6 weeks to expand their educational and cultural horizons. Teachers have the opportunity to become students again and live at University of Oxford and the University of Edinburgh where they can study English literature, history, creative writing, theater and international politics. Or they can be up on their feet learning how to “Teach Shakespeare Through Performance” at Shakespeare’s Globe in London. Not only do they earn valuable continuing professional development credits, they return reinvigorated and inspired to share their knowledge with their students, colleagues, and ESU Branches. Many of the teachers go on to become actively involved in their ESU Branches and facilitate the ESU National Shakespeare Competition at schools across the country.
The impact of the Globe’s TSTP program on my work in my classroom continues on. Along with how it has transformed my teaching of Shakespeare, its also transferred over to new ways to work with texts of all kinds including contemporary, utilizing some of the exercises to place the text to action. It was an intense and extremely meaningful experience. I wish I could go every summer!"
- Liza Miller, ESU New York City Branch TLab Scholar
The TLab for Lifelong Learners Program opens up to friends and members of the ESU, the international, educational and cultural opportunities previously only available to our middle and high school teachers.
For the first time since Covid, the ESU offered the 1-week “Page to Stage” program in Stratford-upon-Avon for a week of discoveries and insights provided by Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Participants enjoyed lectures by renowned scholars, behind-the scenes tours, Q & A with actors of the Royal Shakespeare Company, access to archives not open to the public and performances at the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company and Globe theatres – all in the company of intellectually curious, worldly and adventurous fellow travelers staying at the charming and historic White Swan Hotel.
The ESU also offered “The Oxford Experience” 1-week programs in a wide range of humanities courses throughout July and August at Christ Church College, one of Oxford’s most impressive and beautiful colleges. The mornings were spent in small classes taught by experienced tutors. Afternoons were free to explore Oxford with privileged access to many areas of the college closed to the general public, walking tours and excursions and invitations to receptions, to dine at “High Table” and a final gala dinner.
The International Public Speaking Competition (IPSC) brings the best young speakers aged 16–20 from all over the world together for a week of public speaking workshops, competition and cultural exchange in London hosted by the ESU of the Commonwealth. Each year, over 40,000 students from 50 countries participate. In Spring 2024, the ESU US was proud to have Carina Bruno, a Communications Major from Lancaster, Pennsylvania college sophomore from Pennsylvania represent the United States from May 12–17, 2024.
The majority of the public speaking workshops occurred at Dartmouth House, the ESU’s International Headquarters in Mayfair with the Finals taking place at The Royal Institution. The National/ Regional theme was: “There is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so.” The theme for the prepared speech heats of the International Competition was “A great leader can change the world in an instant.”
The collegial and collaborative format of the ESU IPSC and public speaking workshops emphasizes research, organization and presentation skills. Participation in the competition promotes confidence, critical thinking and cultural understanding. It expands participants’ horizons and gives them the unique opportunity to build international friendships. The ESU is grateful for the dedication of the ESU IPSC judges, teachers and the English-Speaking Union of the Commonwealth.
This fiscal year 2023 financial presentation is the audited financial report of the consolidated ESU, including all 65 branches and national operations.
* includes: certificates of deposit, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses and other assets, and office equipment (net of accumulated depreciation)
* Individuals who generously participated in the English-Speaking Union National Patron Program providing unrestricted operating support to the ESU and its Branches.
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