MANAGING EDITOR: LOGAN MUTZ
FALL 1, 2017 - WEEK 2
CESL Weekly
Kartchner Caverns
Sat. 9/16
Come explore a living cave! p. 5
Doshisha Goes to the Grand Canyon The Japanese students from Doshisha University took a special trip to the Grand Canyon 9/1-9/3. In addition to visiting Sedona, they hiked the South Kaibab Trail in the Grand Canyon National Park, saw elk up close and personal, handled live tarantulas and snakes, saw breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, and had a grand ol’ time doing it! See more pics on the next page.
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DOSHISHA PROGRAM
MT. LEMMON TRIP
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
The Doshisha students will be leaving this weekend.
CESL students got the chance to experience Mt. Lemmon.
Kartchner Caverns next weekend! Also, explore the farmers’ market.
Every week we interview two current CESL students.
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Farmers’ Market Every Wednesday
Healthy & delicious fresh food, right on campus! p. 5
PIL Team Tip
Learn strategies to help you study from our favorite on-site advisors, the PIL Team! p. 8
CESL WEEKLY
SPRING 2, 2017 - WEEK 8
More Grand Canyon Pics
Top Left: Grand Canyon sunrise / Left: Yumiko meets a tarantula / Above: Koki & Sayaka practice their Titanic moves / Top Right: Angel on top of the world / Right: Sayaka & Yumiko watching sunrise / Below: Mrs. Elk
Relaxed-lunch team before and after the South Kaibab Trail hike (just to Cedar Ridge) and Hermit’s Rest visit —already exhausted.
Hardcore team before and after the South Kaibab Trail hike (to Skeleton Point) and Hermit’s Rest visit—no problem! 2
CESL WEEKLY
FALL 1, 2017 - WEEK 2 
Doshisha Program Leaving this Saturday The Doshisha program is a four-week program for students at Doshisha University in Kyoto, Japan. They studied at CESL and took a special American Studies class. Part of their program was experiencing American culture—as such, they visited San Xavier Mission, the Sonora-Arizona Desert Museum, and the Grand Canyon as part of their program.
On Friday, 9/8 the Doshisha students will have their Closing Ceremony dinner at Pinnacle Peak steakhouse in Trail Dust Town on the east-side of Tucson. On Saturday, 9/9 they will leave to head back to Japan. We will miss you Doshisha students! Thanks for the memories and please come back to CESL and Tucson soon!
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CESL WEEKLY
FALL 1, 2017 - WEEK 2

Mount Lemmon Trip
On Saturday 9/2, CESL took a trip up to Mt. Lemmon. Students got the opportunity to climb around at Windy Point looking out over the Tucson area, and also took a trip to Summerhaven on top of the mountain!
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CESL WEEKLY
FALL 1, 2017 - WEEK 2
UA Farmers’ Market on campus—every Wednesday! Every Wednesday, there is a Farmers’ Market on the U of A Mall. You can buy fresh produce direct from farms and a wide variety of lunchready food from the many food cart vendors! Every Wednesday from 10am-2pm! Try something new and spice up your lunch routine. You can even buy fruits and vegetables for your use at home later. Eat healthy—buy local.
Kartchner Caverns - this Sat. 9/18 On Sat. 9/18 the CESL Activities team is going underground—to Kartchner Caverns! Opened to the public in 1999, this living cave system with over 2 miles of passages offers a chance to experience nature in a whole new way. See massive cave structures like soda straw stalactites, 50,000+ year old speleothems and massive limestone columns. $30 includes a 90 min. guided tour, park access, and round-trip transportation. Space is limited. Register online at cesl.arizona.edu/activities.
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CESL WEEKLY
FALL 1, 2017 - WEEK 2 
Student Spotlight! CESL student worker Haibo sat down with a CESL student to ask him some questions. Name: Hassan Alzain Level: 8 U-Track Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: Alahsa, Saudi Arabia Interviewed by: Haibo Sun What do you like the most about your city? I like the people in my place, because we have similar ideas and cultural background‌ Beyond the people, what are other things you like? I like palm tree farms because I can get fresh date palms and it is one of the famous symbols of Saudi Arabia. What made you come to the US? It was my dream to study abroad when I was a kid, so I came here to study when I got the chance. After you finished high school, what were you doing in your country while waiting to come here? Before coming, I was studying English and learning American culture to make myself ready for the new journey. How long have you been here and what do you like most about living in the US? I have been here almost 3 months and I like the environment in Tucson, because it is really quiet and it is a good place to study. It is really cool to live by myself, though it was challenging in the beginning. It is new to me.
Haibo and Hassan
What do you like to do in your free time? Riding a bicycle is my favorite hobby.
What is your strategy to learn English, and do you have any advice for future or current CESL students? Talking more to native English speakers can help me to improve my speaking and listening skills. I strongly recommend them to go to CESL activities, since it is a good way to socialize and explore Tucson. Thank you for your the interview, Hassan!
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CESL WEEKLY
FALL 1, 2017 - WEEK 3
Student Spotlight! CESL student worker Hady sat down with a CESL student to ask her some questions. Name: Yumiko Saito Hometown: Toyota, Japan
Level: 7 Major: Psychology Interviewed by: Hady Mambo
Why are you seeking a psychology major? job that helps them.
Because I love people and I want to have a
How far are you in your studies? I’m in my first year in Japan, so I learned that I am a freshman. What do you like the most in Toyota? Of course cars. I am proud that it is the city of Toyota cars. What is the most traditional food in your hometown, and can you make it? Miso (a dressing or seasoning made from soybeans). Yes I know how, but it is very hard. Usually we do not make it at home; we order it from a restaurant or some company that delivers. What has been your strategy to learn fast and improve your English? Talking with a lot of people who speak English has been my strategy. Why did you choose Tucson over any other city in the US? Because I wanted to know about the Grand Canyon and since my university was offering a trip, I joined it. How long have you been here and what do you like the most about being in the US? I have been here for one month. What I like the most about being in the US is that people are very friendly and kind.
Yumiko and Hady
What does CESL mean to you? I love CESL because all the teachers and staff are very kind, professional, and they work hard to make CESL a great place. And to finish, what advice would you give to other students at CESL and others who want to come study here, so they succeed in their classes and learn English? Talking with a lot people who are from various countries is the most important thing to do in order to learn English faster. I love all the activities because through them we get to know more about Tucson, its places, and the American Culture. Thanks, Yumiko. Have a safe trip home!
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CESL WEEKLY
FALL 1, 2017 - WEEK 3
PIL Team Tip Class Expectations This newsletter marks the end of the 3rd week and we are all busy with our schoolwork! One way to make sure that you are performing at your best as a student is to understand your teacher’s expectations. These expectations can be different for each teacher, but there are a few ways to make sure that you are meeting your teacher’s expectations. 1) Read the syllabus Most students never look at the syllabus that their teacher hands them on the first day of class. However, the syllabus has a ton of useful information about assignments and class expectations. You should use your syllabus as a resource and refer to it frequently.
2) Understand that being a student is a full-time job Studying is like a having a job where you aren’t paid. You need to be both motivated and professional as a student. Don’t make excuses for not doing your homework or not participating in class. If you take your studies seriously, your teachers will respect you as an engaged member of the class.
3) Attend every class It can be very difficult to meet your teacher’s expectations if you are not in class. Not only can poor attendance put your visa in jeopardy, but you are not going to get the most out of your time at CESL if you don’t go to class. The classroom is your chance to learn new things and practice your English in a safe space.
These tips may sounds simple, but practicing these skills will show your teacher that you are trying to be the best student you can be. And remember, if you want to improve even more as a student, come to a PIL workshop or meet with a Learning Advisor today! 8