American Russian Center hosts European students
by Kathleen McCoy |
The American Russian Center at UAA is leading the second implementation of the Summer
Institute for European Leaders in Education from July 23 to Aug. 23. The program provides
young students of education from immigrant families living in Europe with the opportunity
to learn about the U.S., to become familiar with American pedagogical philosophy,
and to learn about teaching techniques for the diverse classroom.
This program was created by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the
United States Department of State. There will be only one taking place in the US.
This singles out UAA as the top applicant nationwide.
Fulbright Commissions in France, Denmark, Spain and Germany selected 10 participants,
age 20 to 27. The participants are all highly motivated students demonstrating leadership
through academic work, community involvement and extracurricular activities.
The academic program is led by Abbie Wolfe of the UAA College of Education, and includes
volunteer contributions by professionals and academics from many UAA colleges as well
as the Anchorage School District. They will live on the UAA campus for the first two
weeks and then with host families. While in Anchorage, participants will also complete
several hours per week of community service at several non-profit organizations in
Anchorage. In addition, they will prepare presentations for a public information evening
on The New Face of Europe, which will take place on Aug. 20.
For more information call (907) 786.4135
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