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Critical Language Scholarship Alumni Society

clsas at a glance

CLSAS champions the ongoing advancement of critical language studies and cultural exchange in the U.S. and internationally. Our global membership spans a diverse range of professionals, from government to NGOs, including undergraduate and graduate students, as well as individuals in entry-level, mid-career, and senior-level positions.

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who we are

about our organization

CLSAS represents the more than 9,000 alumni of the U.S. Department of State’s Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program, which sends hundreds of U.S. students abroad every year to learn critical languages. Since 2017 CLSAS has worked to support our alumni in bridging the gap between their international exchange experience, careers, and academic opportunities.

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2017

Year of Founding

9000+

Alumni Represented

800+

Dues-paying members

100%

Volunteer

our core pillars

what we do for you

CLSAS provides CLS alumni and alumni of other federally-funded study abroad programs (NSLI-Y), Fulbright, Boren, etc) with avenues for professional development, community engagement, language retention, and continued education resources.

Professional Development

Networking & Community Engagement

Language Retention

Continued Education

how you can participate

our events

Throughout the year, CLSAS will host or co-host regional and national events for CLS alumni and alumni of other international study abroad programs. These events are both in-person and virtual, with our largest event bring the CLSAS Annual Conference held in Washington DC.

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CLSAS hosts regional events throughout the year, both in the U.S. and abroad. We have engaged alumni in their local communities in Boston, NYC, Chicago, Los Angeles, Shanghai, and more! These gatherings provide alumni with the opportunities to network, share resources, and collaborate.

The CLSAS Annual Conference, held in Washington D.C. in the Spring/Summer, brings together around 200 CLS and other international exchange alumni for a day of networking, career advancement, and professional development.

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Through partnerships with academic institutions, federal agencies, and other organizations, CLSAS hosts online events  such as virtual job fairs, resume reviews, professional development/career coaching, and academic webinars.

Our Partners & Sponsors

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