immigration and globalization through that program. I strongly
encourage professors to construct more hands-on excursions
such as this one. Also, building relationships with professors in
different departments, such as Dr. Mihwa Choi in the Philosophy
and Religion Department and Dr. Kevin Freeman in Political
Science Department have also complimented my experiences.
Q. How did you find out about and become interested in the
Critical Language Studies Program?
A. Actually, the first time I heard about this scholarship was
through our Office for International Programs. Robyn Deemer,
who I have worked with previously through study abroad, sent a
link out to interested students. I was interested and then applied.
I love the support I receive from Robyn and hope that more
students will take advantage of her links and support.
admissions/interview process like?
my target language. Then, the essay was sent to a panel which
determined the appropriateness of the subject matter. After this,
my essay was sent to Washington, D.C., and reviewed in front of
a larger panel from the American Councils. American Councils
decision.
Q. How is it going so far?
that there tons of activities and opportunities to engage in the
language. I am currently writing my final language paper in
Indonesian now. The paper discusses religion and culture within
East Jawa. I am meeting interesting professors and locals who
know much about Islam and other interesting cultural facts.
The food and people are interesting. Each day, I think of the
differences and similarities between the American South and
Indonesia. Actually, there are many similarities that students
should try to learn about.
Q. What do you plan to do with your new language skill? Job?
More study?
people. Now, I want to continue my studies and work on starting
a nonprofit that helps people in developing areas all over the
world (English-speaking world included). Learning Indonesian is
one step in helping more people. Of course, I will use Indonesian
in graduate school research as well. I am constantly seeking new
resources.