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What Language Learning and KFC Have in Common in Harbin

Written by Margaret Jackson, (Georgetown University) Student Correspondent CET Harbin: Intensive Language, Fall 2018 On our first day in Harbin, during orientation, one of the teachers told us, “My door is always open, please come talk to me about your experience, and by the way, it’s okay to cry.” As she said this, I thought, “What […]

Studying Abroad Responsibly

Written by Sinclair Blue,Georgetown University) Student Correspondent CET Brazil, Fall 2018 The first recorded colonizers arrived in Brazil in 1500 under the leadership of Pedro Alvares Cabral. What ensued after his arrival was a complex and violent tale of genocide, forced conversion to Christianity, and enslavement. Although official colonization has ended, the effects still linger. The […]

What you'll need for a semester in China (and what you won't)

Written by Emma Tilley, (Brown University) Student Correspondent CET Beijing, Fall 2018 It’s hard to believe we’ve been at CET for almost three weeks now! Since it feels like we’re just starting to settle in, I’d like to first reflect on my packing decisions, since these have the potential to affect your experience greatly and […]

Adjusting to Life Abroad in Harbin

Written by Sheiran Phu, (Yale University) Student Correspondent CET: Harbin, Fall 2018 Adjusting to life abroad can feel like an endless cycle of frustration. So have fun reading through my struggles so that you can avoid them if you end up deciding to study in Harbin 😉 My flight plans changed at the last minute. […]

Shanghai 101: First Impressions

Written by Belle Edeoga, (Sarah Lawrence College) Student Correspondent CET Shanghai, Fall 2018 Landing in Shanghai had the effect of me feeling both content and exhilarated. After months of waiting interspersed with information from the CET staff on what to expect during the first few days and into the term, I was excited to finally […]

Siena: On Rules for Eating, Unofficial Language Pledges, and Music After Midnight

Written by Cosima Smith, (University of Virginia) Student Correspondent CET Siena, Fall 2018 Living in Siena, even in these first weeks, has been a challenge well worth the effort. I’m no novice when it comes to studying and living abroad, but this is my first true extended stay in a European (read: white) country, and […]

CET Jordan: Academic Consultation Board

Over the years, we’ve built a strong network of locally-based faculty that we’re proud to call our peers. These faculty make up our Academic Consultation Board—a select group of local voices and thought leaders that help advise and shape components of the CET Jordan program. 

Board members support the program in many ways, including but not limited to:

  • Leveraging topical expertise to help develop courses, including field-based components.
  • Teaching courses or guest lectures for CET Jordan and custom programs
  • Recommending and providing academic resources for research

Academic Consultation Board Members

  • Dr. Bader Al Madi | American University of Madaba, PhD, Sociology, Political Science
  • Dr. Amani El Serhan | University of Jordan, PhD, Women's Studies
  • Dr. Amani Qashmar | University of Jordan, PhD, Education
  • Dr. Areej Alawzi | University of Jordan, PhD, English Literature/Translation
  • Dr. Ahmad Al Khrisha | World Islamic Sciences & Education University, PhD, Arabic Language & Literature

Learn more about studying abroad with CET

Learn more about studying abroad with CET