ALA RESIDENT STAFF
All our staff has international experience. All of them have studied abroad and personally know what is to be in a foreign country. Their dedication and professionalism make possible for ALA to provide an essential part of our additional offering: personal attention and constant support to our students. Consequently our students are always guided to be in the best possible condition on health and safety. At the same time our staff knows Madrid perfectly and recommends our students the best cultural and social options that the city offers along the year.
Staff Biographies
Arturo Jarque, Ph.D. - CEO
Dr. Jarque was born in Alicante where he lived and studied until he moved to the USA. He has a Ph.D. in Contemporary Humanities and a Bachelor's Degree in Geography and History from the University of Alicante. He also has a Master of Arts from Louisiana State University and was a Fulbright researcher at Georgetown University in Washington D.C. Professionally speaking, Dr. Jarque was Director of Hispanic Studies for North American Universities at the Universidad de Alcalá, Madrid for nine years and Regional Director and General Manager in Spain for a well-known American study abroad organization for almost seven years. Dr. Jarque was also a teacher for years and has had extensive experience in both the Spanish and American university systems developing academic programs and providing academic related services for American students.
Carlos Náger Cobo – Madrid Program Coordinator
Carlos was born in Madrid and holds a bachelor’s degree in Translation and Interpreting from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid. After graduating from university, he has garnered as much knowledge as possible through the different job experiences he has been part of (private English tutor, translator, etc.). He has spent time living, studying, and working abroad in different countries such as Belgium and France, which has fostered his ability to become aware of the impact of cultural barriers and showed him how to overcome them. His ability to combine his academic and professional activities is a testament to his organizational and multitasking skills. His hobbies include cinema and good conversation!