aramfo.org - Aramfo Educational Blog , Professors' Testimoniesaramfo.org - Aramfo Educational Blog , Professors' Testimonieshttps://www.aramfo.org/blogs/professors-testimoniesThu, 06 Nov 2025 14:13:48 -0800http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Transformative Educational Exchange: Reflections on the Reggio Emilia Experience with ARAMFO]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/transformative-educational-exchange-reflections-on-the-reggio-emilia-experience-with-aramfoDr. Tamara Sewell praises ARAMFO's Teachers Reggio Emilia program in Italy, highlighting its thoughtful organization, insights into inclusive education, and the Reggio Emilia philosophy. Grateful for ARAMFO's professionalism, she looks forward to future collaborations in global educational excha...]]>
Credits: The Reggio Emilia Teacher Leader Fellowship & Tamara Sewell, Ph.D.

Tamara Sewell, Ph.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor; Program Director Inclusive Childhood NYU Teacher Residency

NYU | STEINHARDT

Dear ARAMFO Educational Foundation,

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to extend my gratitude for the exceptional experience I had through your program. From start to finish, every detail was thoughtfully planned and executed, ensuring a seamless and enriching journey.


The Teachers Reggio Emilia Approach program in Italy, managed by ARAMFO as part of the Teacher Leader Fellowship Abroad, was particularly inspiring. The insights I gained into the Reggio Emilia philosophy of education were transformative, offering innovative strategies for building participatory relationships with families and fostering provocative learning experiences for students to construct their own understandings of the world. The structured visits, workshops, and interactions with educators implementing this learner-centered approach provided invaluable insights that I am eager to infuse in my own work with emerging inclusive educators.


The opportunities provided by ARAMFO Educational Foundation are truly remarkable. The trip not only broadened my perspective but also reinforced the importance of global educational exchange. I am grateful for the professionalism and dedication your team exhibited throughout the process, making my experience both enjoyable and impactful.


I would be delighted to share my reflections and photographs from the trip to contribute to your efforts in promoting these meaningful programs. Here are my comprehensive notes (including photographs) of the immersive experience.

Thank you once again for your commitment to fostering educational and cultural growth. I look forward to collaborating with you on future initiatives.


Warm regards,


Dr. Tamara Sewell

Tamara Sewell, Ph.D.
Program Director Inclusive Childhood NYU Teacher Residency
Clinical Assistant Professor of Special Education
Department of Teaching and Learning
NYU School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
New York University


Reggio Emilia Study Notes from Tamara Sewell- Ph.D

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]]>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 23:47:45 -0700<![CDATA[Professor Karen Jennison's report on ARAMFO]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/professor-karen-jennison-s-report-on-aramfo

This course was offered during the first six week summer session in 2012. Following is a description of various elements of the course. I went to Egypt with the students and therefore am able to report on that portion of the trip from first- hand knowledge. In addition, I attended all the Saturday class sessions which were held in Candelaria Hall and I had access to the Black Board part of the course ...


Written by Professor Karen Jennison, University of Northern Colorado

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:45:33 -0700<![CDATA[Dr. George June UNCO Article]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/Dr.-George-June-UNCO-Article

A two-week trip to Egypt in May gave nine UNC students an opportunity to learn about the complex politics and culture in contemporary Egypt, as well as experience ancient Egypt through guided visits to the pyramids and other famous landmarks. The May 18-31 trip, offered through UNC's Center for International Education in conjunction with the Sociology Department and Office of Extended Studies ...


Read more on http://www.unco.edu/news/releases.aspx?id=5489&utm_source=2013-07-09&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=unctoday


Written by Dr. George June, UNC Colorado

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:36:00 -0700<![CDATA[ARAMFO Travel Courses in the 9 News Report]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/ARAMFO-Travel-Courses-in-the-9-News-Report

KUSA - Students from Western State Colorado University and their professor were recently in Egypt-Sociology professor Dan Cress and '14 students spent two weeks there at the end of May. Cress teaches a class about revolutions and democracy in Egypt. They spent nine months preparing for the trip- In five days in Cairo, they met with journalists, students, and politicians.


Written by KUSA, 9 News Colorado

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:28:22 -0700<![CDATA[CWU Morocco Study Tour 2014]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/CWU-Morocco-Study-Tour-2014

For centuries, Morocco’s breathtaking landscapes and unique heritage have inspired famous Western artists as Matisse, writers like William Burroughs, musicians from Bob Marley to Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones, as well as filmmakers from Orson Welles to Ridley Scott. Into this dynamic intermingling of cultural and social forces—of Arab, African, Berber and Western influences—an intrepid band of faculty, students and community members from Central Washington University ...


Written by Dr. Ogden, Central Washington University

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:07:38 -0700<![CDATA[UNCO Morocco 2014]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/UNCO-Morocco-2014

The 2014 ARAMFO course to Morocco was excellent. Participants had an opportunity to visit a variety of urban sites and rural locales – including Tangier, Casablanca, Marrakesh, Fes, and Rabat - throughout this expansive and ...



Written by Dr. Karen Barton, University of Northern Colorado

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:07:38 -0700<![CDATA[Music, Ethnicity & Place in the Land of the Setting Sun: The Cultural Geography of Spain 2016]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/music-ethnicity-place-in-the-land-of-the-setting-sun-the-cultural-geography-of-spain-2016
There is one consistent truism my career as a geography professor has taught me; no academic endeavor generates more interactive learning, or fosters more awareness of both oneself and the wider world, than does an experience spent immersed in the field with a collection of eager geographers. If the group of participants is representative of an eclectic mix of backgrounds and interests, and the compass is set on a path through one of the most fascinatingly interesting destinations...

Written by Dr. John Strait, Sam Houston State University

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 13:56:25 -0700<![CDATA[CSUSB work experience with ARAMFO Educational Foundation]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/CSUSB-work-experience-with-ARAMFO-Educational-Foundation

In 2014, we were fortunate to find ARAMFO – a foundation committed to promoting affordable and engaging short-term study abroad experiences. ARAMFO is able to do so because of the range of partnerships they have formed with local partners in nations ...


Written by Professor Vipin Gupta - California State University, San Bernardino

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 13:52:30 -0700<![CDATA[Film and Video Studies Program Morocco 2014]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/Film-and-Video-Studies-Program-Morocco-2014

Students in the Pacific Northwest are very interested in studying abroad, but also mirror “insular” trends of Millennials nationwide in that, only 1.5% of almost 20 million American students enrolled in U.S. higher education actually engaged in study abroad. For some, it’s the cost. For others, it’s not wanting to be away from home for ...


Written by Michael R. Ogden, PhD, Central Washington University

]]>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 13:40:22 -0700<![CDATA[GSU work experience with ARAMFO Educational Foundation]]>https://www.aramfo.org/blogs/post/GSU-work-experience-with-ARAMFO-Educational-Foundation

Our collaboration with ARAMFO Foundation for Multicultural Understanding started in 2014, when we were planning for a faculty led study trip to Brazil in summer 2015. Dr. Abeer Ibrahim and her team went extra miles to make sure our trip was designed to achieve ...


Written by Dr. Jun Zhao, Governors State University

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