The International English Center (IEC), established in 1975, offers a rich variety of academic, professional, and cultural programs for teens, university and graduate-level students, and professionals. The IEC provides a safe, nurturing, and dynamic environment where students develop their English language skills, explore US culture, and connect with other students from around the world. The IEC is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) and is a member of the Consortium of University English Programs (UCIEP) and the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP). The IEC operates under the guidance of the Division of Continuing Education, which is a college-level organizational unit of the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder). Because the IEC is part of the university, there are many opportunities to interact with its student population. IEC students join CU clubs, attend student festivals and public seminars and may visit a university class as part of an assignment or even enroll in a university class.