International programs leader first among law school peers certified in education abroad
Kristen Cohen, assistant director of international programs, is one of 21 people in the U.S. and the only person from a law school to receive a professional certification in education abroad.
Cohen dedicated two years to obtaining the certification.
Kristen Cohen.
“Having a team member in the International Programs Office who is a Certified Professional in Education Abroad demonstrates our commitment at Stetson to implement and maintain the best practices in education abroad as well as our desire to stay at the forefront of legal education abroad,” said Director of International Programs JR Swanegan. “The knowledge Kristen gains in her competence and understanding of the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad enriches and provides depth to our study abroad and international programming, ultimately benefiting students who choose to study abroad with us.”
Stetson offers students study abroad opportunities in the Cayman Islands, Cuba, England, the Netherlands, South Korea and Spain. To learn more, visit https://www.stetson.edu/law/studyabroad/home/index.php.
Post date: Sept. 27, 2016
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