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Speeches and Goodbyes: How I Learned Two Speech Acts in Chinese

Written by Laura Romig (Brown University), Student Correspondent for CET Beijing, Summer 2023 At least I don’t have to give my presentation right after the girl who used physics equations. This was a comforting thought as I stepped to the podium at Renmin University. I was a flattened butterfly, pinned against the PowerPoint screen by the collective gaze of […]

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 way to discover upcoming events […]

Five Days of Longing for Chengdu

Written by Laura Romig (Brown University), Student Correspondent for CET Beijing, Summer 2023 Time: Approximately 5:30 AMLocation: Chengdu, in China’s Sichuan Province Sunrise splintered off rays between the dark, distant spikes of apartment buildings; the city yawned itself awake. We were huddled in front of the high-speed railway station, yawning as well, backpacks straps tugged tight and holding […]

Volunteering in Amman, Jordan

Written by Brandon Bishop (Washington & Lee University), Student Correspondent for CET Jordan, Summer 2023 Why Volunteer? Volunteering in the community is a rewarding, meaningful way to meet new people from all walks of life. I love volunteering, as it offers me a meaningful way to spend my time while improving life skills, meeting new people, and giving […]

Photo Essay: Palio di Siena

Photos taken by Taylor Cameron (University of Virginia), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Summer 2023 Exploring a Market Every Wednesday morning, a market takes place around the Fortress (Fortezza Medicea). It’s filled with vendors selling clothes, jewelry, shoes, bags, and more—a shopaholic dream! My CET friends and I spend hours wandering through it each week.   On a side […]

My First Friend in Beijing

Written by Angelreana Choi (Yale University), Student Correspondent for CET Beijing, Summer 2023 Every CET Beijing student is paired with a 语伴 (yǔ bàn), or language partner, to facilitate a smoother transition to life in Beijing and to aid with language growth and acquisition. Many yǔ bàn grab dinner with us, help us study for our exams, […]

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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