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In Between a Tourist and a Local

Photos by Eliana Mendoza (Brandeis University), Student Correspondent for Brandeis Midyear in Florence, Fall 2023 As I now approach the latter half of my time in Florence, I have truly been trying to savor the remainder of these fleeting moments. This city is home to such a rich history with defining landmarks like the Duomo or Cupola del […]

The Living History in Rome

Written by George Padron (Vanderbilt University), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Fall 2023 Once the capital of the entirety of Western civilization—Rome is one of the most fascinating cities I have ever been to. Before this trip with my parents, I thought I already knew a lot about the history of Rome and the Roman Empire, but thanks […]

Italian Food: What You Must Know Before You Go!

Written by George Padron (Vanderbilt University), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Fall 2023 Italy is home to some of the most world-renowned food of all time. Everyone is familiar with classic Italian staples like pizza, spaghetti, ravioli, etc. As an American, one of the biggest motivators for me coming over to Italy was to have a chance to […]

Photo Essay: Brandeis Midyear in Florence

Photos by Eliana Mendoza (Brandeis University), Student Correspondent for Brandeis Midyear in Florence, Fall 2023 Even after a month in Florence, I am still amazed by the city’s inherent beauty and timeless landscape (visible from Piazzale Michelangelo). Looking around the city, I not only see the material of history and art textbooks, but I am also reminded of […]

The Frenzy that Started my Life in Firenze 

Written by Cristina Pines (Cornell University), Student Correspondent for CET Florence, Fall 2023 As I watched crew members remove my suitcase from the airplane just before departing for Florence, I knew I was in for a treat. There is no way I’m starting my time abroad without my bag, I thought. Surely, that wasn’t actually my bag!   My […]

My Life in Italy

Written by George Padron (Vanderbilt University), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Fall 2023 How I chose the CET Siena program One of my biggest dreams since I was a child was to travel the world. I grew up in a suburban town in southwest Florida where there was little to see or do. Exhausted by all the tall […]

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

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