SCE In Motion
Youssef's Journey to AUC Scholarship
SCE had the privilege of interviewing Youssef, one of our talented students at the School of Continuing Education, American University in Cairo. Youssef aspires to continue his educational journey at AUC and become a future leader. His determination and success story is an inspiration to us all.
SCE Future ME Summer Camp Program 2023
Join us for an unforgettable journey into the future in our newly launched summer camp program,' The Future Me'. Discover the evolving jobs of the future and develop essential skills like creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking through Artificial Intelligence, Graphic Design, and System Design tracks for school students ages 8 to 16 years old. Choose from multiple program dates and packages that suit your schedule. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to prepare for a rapidly changing world! Register now and unlock your limitless potential!
Bridge Plus Program Graduation Ceremony
Congratulation to all Bridge Plus Program graduates. As the sun set on ten unforgettable days, 100 students from diverse Egyptian governorates stood tall, holding their well-deserved certificates, a testament to their remarkable achievements and growth during the camp.
Access Microscholarship Program Launch Ceremony - February 8, 2022
Congratulations to a new cohort of 160 Egyptian students from Cairo, Aswan, Tanta, and Port Said who were selected for the US Embassy Cairo-sponsored English language Access Microscholarship Program 2021-2023 in partnership with the School of Continuing Education.
24th Annual NileTESOL AUC Conference
SCE Hosted the 24th Annual NileTESOL Conference on 21 & 22 January, 2020
SCE Community Conversations 2022 - Aseel ElBaba - Money Mindset How our thoughts impact our wealth
An online lecture with Ms. Aseel ElBaba, about "Money Mindset: How our thoughts impact Our Wealth"
SCE News
AUC Community Donor Recognition: 'This is What AUC is All About'
“AUC really helped enhance the person I am today. I donated to the Senior Class Gift and the President’s Challenge Fund because giving back, even if it’s a little amount, is what matters. The value is in the contribution. As a receiver of the emergency tuition scholarships and financial aid, I give thanks to all donors, as you have enabled me to continue this beautiful journey,” said Lobna Fayez, a graduating senior double majoring in communications and media arts as well as political science who is also a member of AUC’s swim team, describing why she chooses to give back to AUC.
AUC to Host Chinese-African Higher Education Forum
On the occasion of the Year of Education initiative in Egypt and the country’s presidency of the African Union, AUC is organizing the Chinese-African Higher Education Forum, which will take place on April 2 and April 3, 2019 at the New Cairo campus, hosting leaders of more than 20 Chinese, African and Egyptian universities. To watch the livestream, click here. For more information and a full program of the event, click here.
Educational and Cultural Affairs Assistant Secretary of State Visits SCE
On February 19, 2020, the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Marie Royce met with the participants and alumni in two major State Department programs implemented by the School of Continuing Education.
150 More English Teachers Ripple Across the Country as Mentors and Trainers
In demonstrating our commitment to lifelong and wide-spread learning, SCE supported another round of mentor training programs for early-learning English teachers. Over the course of five days, 150 English teachers across the country engaged in intensive workshops leading a double-ripple as both mentors and trainers to other teachers in their communities.
The 2020 English Language Mentors Program - Cooperation with the US Embassy
The School of Continuing Education at the American University in Cairo is implementing the 2020 English Language Mentors program on behalf of the US Embassy in Cairo. This program highlights the positive working relationship between AUC and the Regional English Language Office at the US Embassy in Cairo. It brings together talented professionals at AUC, American-English language specialists and highly motivated Egyptian teachers who will be trained to be mentors to their colleagues.
The 24th NileTESOL Conference
Over 3,000 English language teachers internationally and across Egyptian governorates participated in the 24th annual NileTESOL conference on January 21 and 22, 2020.
Free for Thought
Across SCE, and the broader AUC, a central pillar of our identity as life-long learners is critical thinking. For many, it is perhaps the single most transformative experience of a learner’s identity. The mindset shift often goes far beyond the classroom to foster personal awareness and enriched life-learning.
Watch and Learn
School of Continuing Education (SCE) launched a public service video series for its community of lifelong learners as we all adapted to life within our homes. The diverse topics include homeschooling, online teaching, music, poetry, history, cooking, and creativity.
This Is What It Looks Like When You Learn with Passion
Initially, Darine Ishaaq picked up the English language in the most organic way. She is now in her third year of SCE’s "English language skills for basic, independent, and advanced learners" opportunity. Launched in 2015 by our very own Ahmed Awaad, this K-12 supplemental edutainment program is based on the Common European Framework Point of Reference (CEFR). Ishaaq is one of 18,000 learners across six governorates so far to take their passion for the language to the classroom.
SCE Attains Third Reaccreditation by IACET
Before the world came to a standstill, SCE began 2020 by celebrating its re-accreditation from the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). IACET is the premier accrediting organization for continuing education and training, and this is SCE’s third accreditation with the organization. SCE was first accredited by IACET in 2010, with each accreditation period lasting five years.
Access Goes Above and Beyond for Hundreds of Students Across Egypt
As one of SCE’s most robust programs, the English Access Microscholarship Program, or Access as it’s commonly known, witnessed quite the dynamic and resilient year.
Meet James Ketterer: New Dean of AUC's School of Continuing Education
From serving as AMIDEAST's Egypt country director to having extensive experience in U.S. higher education institutions, such as Bard College and The State University in New York, James Ketterer is now leading AUC's largest school: the School of Continuing Education (SCE). News@AUC spoke to Ketterer about his vision and plans. #PeopleOfAUC