A Program of the UND students advance in national scholarship competitions
CLS in the Press — February 18, 2023
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Esther (Song) Raposa
Esther (Song) Raposa is an alumna of the 2022 CLS Korean program hosted by Pusan National University in Busan, South Korea. She recently graduated from the University of Guam with a bachelor’s in Linguistics with an emphasis in English for Second Language Learners (ESL). Esther hopes to work as a …
Alumni Profile — February 17, 2023
CLS Alumni Selected for Marshall, Rhodes, and Schwarzman Scholarships
At the end of December, the CLS Program was thrilled to learn that several CLS Alumni were selected for highly competitive awards to support their graduate studies. Kyra Jasper (Indonesian 2021) was named one of the 40 individuals selected to be 2023 Marshall Scholars. With approximatel…
CLS Program News — January 06, 2023
2022 Alumni Ambassador Year in Review
In 2022, Alumni Ambassadors brought enthusiasm, expertise, and generosity of time to their roles supporting the CLS Program and promoting language study in their communities. We are always grateful to Alumni Ambassadors for their commitment to the program and enjoy preparing this overview of acco…
CLS Program News — December 30, 2022
Alumni Spotlight: Emma Tobin
Communications Officer Rori DiFiore had the opportunity to speak with 2019 Arabic alumna Emma Tobin on how learning a critical language has allowed her to become a stronger advocate for women’s issues. Emma talks about growing up as a third culture kid, where her interest in Arabic orig…
CLS Program News — December 21, 2022
Forging Connection through Art and Language in Korea
Submitted by Channah Lohman (Korean 2022). Channah studies Communications and Anthropology at University of Central Florida. She hopes to one day channel her love for art and Korean language into a career fostering mutual understanding between different cultures and countries. Channah participated …
CLS Program News — December 15, 2022
2023 Alumni Ambassador Application
Are you interested in sharing your experience while supporting and promoting the CLS Program? The application to become a 2023 CLS Alumni Ambassador is now open! Who are CLS Alumni Ambassadors? CLS Alumni Ambassadors take leadership roles as active and positive representatives of the CLS Prog…
CLS Program News — November 30, 2022
University of Richmond student Sarah Schalkoff secures Critical Language Scholarship
Study abroad and an internship with the UN offers University of Richmond student rich intercultural experiences.
CLS in the Press — November 30, 2022
Critical Language Scholarship winners Donika and Hannah discuss their experiences
Community College of Philadelphia students Hannah Mc-Kay Simmons (Chinese 2022), an International Studies major, and Donika Campbell (Arabic 2022), a Respiratory Care Technology major, talk about why the CLS Spark program is a worthwhile opportunity for students.
CLS in the Press — November 22, 2022
Celebrating International Education Week—Reflections from CLS Alumni
Happy International Education Week! International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange around the world. Our team at the CLS Program at American Councils has the jo…
CLS Program News — November 18, 2022