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Beyond the Lab: The Value of Studying Abroad for STEM Students

Alex Graber is a Biology major at Vassar College in New York. Alex participated in the 2025 CLS Japanese Program hosted by Okayama University in Okayama, Japan. This past summer, I participated in the CLS program at Okayama University in Okayama, Japan. I am currently an undergraduate student at V…

CLS Program News — January 12, 2026


CLS Scholar Highlight: Lucas San Miguel

Lucas San Miguel’s journey with the CLS Program has come full circle. Four years after his first CLS experience as a college freshman studying Chinese virtually from Nicaragua, Lucas recently completed a second program—this time in Rio de Janeiro. Over several weeks, he balanced intensive Portugues…

CLS Program News — January 05, 2026


2026 Alumni Ambassador Application Now Open!

Join the next generation of CLS alumni leaders! If you’re a 2025 alum eager to build community, spread the word about CLS, and develop your leadership skills, apply to become a 2026 CLS Alumni Ambassador! Applications are due at 11:59 PM EST on Sunday, January 11! 2026 Alumni Ambassadors are selec…

CLS Program News — December 19, 2025