Learn Yoruba with Awujo
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to advance your skills, we offer a supportive, community-focused learning environment.
Class Schedule
Our Fall semester runs for 8 weeks, from the week of October 14 through the week of December 9. Our semester will conclude with Café Yoruba, a virtual mixer where we'll meet students from other sections and practice our Yoruba conversational skills.
**Please note, there will be no classes the week of November 25 due to Thanksgiving/Indigenous People's Day break.
For complete beginners or those who can only say simple expressions. This class will introduce the foundations of Yoruba language in a fun, engaging environment.
October 19
Saturdays, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
For those comfortable with simple expressions but need help constructing sentences. Build upon your skills in a supportive group environment.
October 20
Sundays, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
For students somewhat comfortable introducing themselves in Yoruba and speaking with native speakers. This class will help you have more in-depth conversations.
October 14
Mondays, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST
For those comfortable with simple expressions but need help constructing sentences. Build upon your skills in a supportive group environment.
October 15
Tuesdays, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST
What Level is Right for You?
Before signing up, take our Placement Test to determine which class level is right for you
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Youʼre a complete beginner or only comfortable saying simple expressions in Yoruba.
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You can say simple expressions but need help constructing sentences. You may have taken one or two Awujo Beginner I classes in the past.
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You’re comfortable introducing yourself in Yoruba and speaking with native speakers, but you want to improve your conversational skills.
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You’re already able to have in-depth conversations and want more practice. This level will refine your language skills through advanced speaking, listening, and some writing.