Community Service!

Almost midway through the program, its getting better every day !
Looking forward to the 4th of July!

Coming to the United States is probably a dream for many people especially Arabs. I believe this is because most of the political decisions that are made are connected directly to important countries. When I knew that I was accepted for the SUSI program I had contradictory feelings, I didn't know exactly how I felt. These complex ongoing feelings about coming here were mostly because I didn't know what to expect. In reality this made me stronger because I wanted to be ready for everything and I wanted to make use of every single minute that I spend here. This program is directly related to what I am majoring in, so I felt that I had to be prepared for this program. I wanted everything possible about media and journalism, in both America and the Arab world. This program felt more like a mission! I want to participate in making journalism in Lebanon better especially in terms of broadcasting. Honestly I was very excited when I knew that we were going to take video shooting and editing, mainly because I have a good experience in this field, so I wanted to share what I know and at the same time know what are the differences between what we've studied and between what we are going to take in the hopes that I will bring this information back home and share what I learned with my colleagues and teachers.

The SUSI program is pretty incredible. I want to wake up everyday, I want to learn many things! The SUSI program has definitely opened my eyes and one thing I'm sure of is that I won't be the same person whi first got here . My job is to invest whatever I learn here in my country and in my university. Knowing that I'm moving on to my second year of college, this program has brought up so many new information that I just didn't notice before. So when the teacher explains something that is related to these courses I would be like yeah I know this! And then I'll be able to argue about some stuff and share what I gained from this program especially when it comes to skills in editing and in news writing. When it comes to work later on, this program would've given me a great background about what is really happening in the world and to know how to balance between things. I believe that this program is preparing us gor what might come next and on a personal level not only did this program has helped in changing the way we think about media,it helped change how I think about Americans and get to understand them more and hopefully when I start working in this field i'll be able to change how Arabs perceive Americans and probably clear out some of the stereotypes that have been going for years now.

American Guys eating Chinese Food :D

Mall in Spokane ... Too Much People ... but we enjoyed our Time

Spokane Street ...

Lebanese In Spokane

Lebanese Bowling

Dr David, Samah, Mai and I went hiking today, we spent 2 hours walking and climbing before reaching the top of the mountain, and it was worth it! (--> Check the pictures)

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Well today for me was a great day since I got to meet my host family, the Tinney's again.
We had a wonderfull dinner with the neighbors, and would like to thank Hope for such a delicious meal. I wish them a happy vacation.
Looking forward to start working tommorrow again after a day of rest that we deperatly needed.

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Dinner with Dr.Prabu

Dinner with Dr. Prabu

At dinner with the Tinney Family

Sunday...a day to finally break and catch our breath!

Edward Murrow College of Communication

Idaho!

Marc tried everything on the first day! It was hilarious!!

The City Hall of Pullman

Pullman University ... Heaven on Earth

When I came to Pullman, I couldn’t help but notice its green fields and schizophrenic weather, a town filled with small houses and large meadows. People managed to plant their gardens and organize their nature, which became a unique combination of wild areas and “civilized” parks. My host family’s home was warm and welcoming, very similar to Lebanon’s old houses. Jim and July did their best to make me feel at home, and it worked! They love all kinds of flowers and vegetation, a passion that most of Pullman’s residents share; they respect their environment and appreciate nature’s goods. You might find my experience very boring or silly, but what I enjoyed the most was yesterday’s late walk. I went outside and was taken by the warm colors of twilight, a strange atmosphere that carried heavy clouds of deep red and purple. I walked the streets of WSU, i was smocking but could always feel the freshness of the area. This is what makes Pullman special; I was reminded of old villages while walking in the streets of a very sophisticated university. Lebanon doesn’t lack such sceneries but the Lebanese should learn how to appreciate and protect what we have.

On Tuesday we decided to go to the cinema. We got lost on our way there but eventually we made it there! We watched the Green Lantern, not a great movie but it was fun!

Going to the CUB to have lunch.

This was on Monday were we had our first lecture with Dr. Stephen Franklin.

To tell the truth I had mixed feelings about arriving at Pullman. I was excited to participate in such a program, on the other hand I was afraid of what’s waiting for me and not being able to fit in the American society. Moreover I had my fears about not being able to benefit from the program or to learn something I already knew.With the first couple of days, my views changed and my fears vanished. I found the American society hospitable, caring and loving. Moreover, the program was one of its kind, whether the lecturing professors with their vast experience or the supervisors whom accompanied us taking care of all our needs. Special thanks to Dr. Peterson and Dr. Prabu for their caring and patience to deal with all our problems, and looking forward to learn more in this great program.

Welcome to Pullman!

What we are Looking For !

-     Get knowledge about new media

-     Learn more about Communication culture

-     Living American experience

-     Having fun

-     Meet new friends from different countries and culture, different traditions and races.

-     Go back home with a great adventure to share with our colleagues, parents and friends.

Ten Hours of Waiting.

This is where we were waiting for our flight to Pullman City.

Reaching Seattle

This picture was taken when we reached the airport in Seattle on Friday 18th at 1:00 pm.

We are Tarbouch Team from Lebanon, our team consists of Ziad, Ghinwa, Salwa & Marc.
We are blogging from Washington State University on our stay in the States.

Tarbouch is a blog that represents the Lebanese Spirit and Culture.

We are in Pullman City which is bigger then our City Beirut, We are having so much fun and leaving with a great experience that we will share it with you on our blog, and when we will come back to Lebanon.

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