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3 lessons CET’s language pledge has taught me so far

CET alumnus Rebecca Roady explains what to expect in a language pledge environment. ‘Language pledge’ programs require that students speak the target language 24/7 for the duration of the program....

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Tips Before, During and After: Things I Wish I Had Known

Tips on what to expect while abroad in Siena from CET Alumus Aimee Crouch. Written by Aimee Crouch (University of Iowa – Iowa City) History of Art and Italian Studies in Siena, Student Correspondent,...

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Food in Vietnam!

Written by Sarah McPhillips (Clark University), Student Correspondent CET Vietnamese Studies & Service-Learning, Spring 2013 . Lately I’ve realized how many pictures of food I’ve taken. But I can’t...

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Bring a Book and Some Trust: Reflections From Rural China

Written by Andrea Patton (College of Wooster), Student Correspondent CET Intensive Chinese Language in Beijing, Spring 2013 . CET Language Intensive Beijing gives their students a week long break each...

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Eating in Tunisia

Tunisian cuisine is outstanding and Tunisians are very proud of how fresh and delicious their meals are. Common options include falafel, shwarma, kabob, fresh juice, and the best appetizer spreads...

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Eating Abroad

What will I eat abroad? Can I find my favorite foods? Will I get sick? Eating abroad can be both a challenge and an adventure. Food and how it’s eaten are an important part of what you’ll learn about...

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Tour of CET’s Kunming Campus

CET Summer Intensive Chinese Language in Kunming program alumnus Amanda Pierog takes you on a tour of the city of Kunming and CET’s Kunming campus. Please contact CET with any questions or leave a...

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Staying Healthy in China

Preventing Illness Whenever you go to any foreign country, you are exposed to germs to which your body has not yet built up a resistance. You may be more susceptible to illness than local people are....

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Packing for Study Abroad

Except for a few key items, take less than you think you’ll need. The vast majority of the students we surveyed told us that they wish they hadn’t brought so many things, especially clothes! Also,...

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Study Abroad Scholarships

Scholarships for study abroad are available, but can take a little digging to find. Many organizations offer scholarships for specific destinations, programs, or courses of study, so your scholarship...

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Inside a Czech Classroom

The Czech academic atmosphere is different from what students typically experience at US institutions. Many classes in Prague rely heavily on a lecture-based format rather than the discussion-based...

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Beijing Pollution: Eyewitness Accounts

Of late, Beijing’s high pollution ratings have been the epicenter of media attention. In the following interview, two recent CET alumni candidly discuss their personal experiences with pollution in...

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Homesickness

CET staff and alumni share their experiences with homesickness while studying abroad and some tips for dealing with it.

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The Value of Study Abroad

More and more US students are jumping on the opportunity to study abroad. But prior to taking this leap, it is important to understand what this experience can provide you. In short, why study abroad?...

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Studying Abroad for Students with Disabilities

Research your options: There is a wealth of diversity among study abroad programs. Meet with your study abroad advisor and research online to find the program that suits you best. Questions to consider...

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What to Pack (China)

What to take and what to leave at home when preparing for a semester in China.

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Arriving in Tunisia

Written by Greg Flatow, Syracuse University CET Intensive Arabic Language & Culture Studies in Tunis, Fall 2013   Landing in the airport and getting off the plane, I was ready to begin a new...

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Reflections

Written by Irene Gibson  (Macalester College) Student Correspondent CET Intensive Arabic Language in Jordan, Fall 2013 This program is the most challenging thing I’ve ever had to do in my life. I just...

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Tour of CET’s Kunming Campus

CET Summer Intensive Chinese Language in Kunming program alumnus Amanda Pierog takes you on a tour of the city of Kunming and CET’s Kunming campus. Please contact CET with any questions or leave a...

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Staying Healthy in China

Preventing Illness Whenever you go to any foreign country, you are exposed to germs to which your body has not yet built up a resistance. You may be more susceptible to illness than local people are....

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