Center for Language Exploration, Acquisition, and Research (CLEAR)
Contact Us
Anderson Hall, Room B-10 on a map
CLEAR 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016-8045 United StatesAbout Coaching Services Spring 2025
Coaching services for the spring semester start on Tuesday January 21, 2025 (beginning of second week of classes) and run through the last day of classes: April 28, 2025. Please note all coaching sessions are in person, at CLEAR.
How CLEAR Helps Students
The Center for Language Exploration, Acquisition and Research (CLEAR) promotes and facilitates AU students' acquisition and enrichment of language skills and cultural competency by
- providing language coaching free of charge to students currently enrolled in a language course taught at American University
- hosting language-related cultural events throughout the academic year
- advancing the professional development of the World Languages and Cultures faculty
- curating a growing collection of language-related resources
- developing and administering language assessments
To fulfill its mission, CLEAR's patron-focused staff are here to connect language coaches and students, ensure the positive enhancement of the language learning experience through the use of technology, and to foster an environment which emphasizes global sensitivity and values the multicultural diversity of our campus.
Announcements
We are located in Anderson Hall, B10. Come in through the entrance facing the new Hall of Science building. (The Anderson Hall entrance to CLEAR is marked by this map pin.)
Spring 2025 Hours
During the spring, CLEAR is open:
- Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Sunday 2:00–7:00 p.m.
- CLEAR is closed on days when the AU main campus is closed.
