A Day in the Life as a Study Abroad Student in Barcelona
Written by Emily Elletson, (University of Minnesota – Twin Cities), CET Barcelona, Spring 2026 I never expected that a normal weekday studying abroad could include a sunrise workout, studying on the beach, and ending the night learning flamenco. That is exactly what a typical day in Barcelona can look like. Before coming
Travel and Traditions in Jordan
Photos taken by Paloma Dean, (American University), Student Correspondent for CET Jordan, Spring 2026 Traveling in Wadi Rum Over the last few weeks I have had the privilege of getting to travel all over Jordan and make connections with a ton of lovely people who were all super excited to share their
Amman’s Book Garden: Connecting People and Books
Written by Harper Schrader, (Kalamazoo College), Student Correspondent for CET Jordan, Fall 2024 When you’re exploring Amman, Rainbow Street is a bucket list stop. Whether it’s for the charming shops, the lively Friday market to practice your bargaining skills or the stunning views, this iconic street has something for everyone—day or night.
Photo Essay: CET Jordan
Photos taken by Elaine Pollard, (Kalamazoo College), Student Correspondent for CET Jordan, Fall 2023 Photography is one of my favorite ways to reflect back on fond memories. Each photo has a unique thumbprint, depending on the location it was taken in, the angles used, the time of day it was taken
Exchanging Languages and Cultures in Jordan
Written by Clemencia El Antouri (University of Georgia), Student Correspondent for CET Jordan, Summer 2023 Although Jordan is a small country, there are always events and activities going on for people to enjoy. Since Facebook is one of the most popular social media sites in Jordan, I find it to be the easiest
Making the Most of Eid Break
Written by Brandon Bishop (Washington & Lee University), Student Correspondent for CET Jordan, Summer 2023 Every year, Eid Al-Adha (عيد الأضحى) is celebrated to commemorate Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. As a result of this holiday falling during our time at CET, we were given a week off