On January 26th faculty and staff came together to present the Study Abroad programs that SPC is offering this academic year. Attendees learned how to earn credits through Study Abroad and how to apply for Study Abroad scholarships.
Students who participated had the opportunity to participate in a drawing for the $200 application fee waiver; congratulations to Jennifer on being the winner!
Thank you to all who participated in today’s event.
If you would like to know about our programs and the scholarships that are available, please click here.
Deadline: Mar 1, 2016 for: Costa Rica (Business), Ecuador, Israel, South Africa
On Monday, January 8 many cultures around the world celebrate the beginning of the Lunar New Year – and so do we: Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Center for International Programs!
Join us for coffee and tea at theSt. Petersburg/ Gibbs Campus:
Write a traditional New Year’s greeting
Learn your Eastern Zodiac animal
Find out how the Lunar New Year is celebrated in Vietnam and other countries
Time: 1:00-2:00 PM
Place: SP/G AD103 Student Lounge
Join us at theTarpon Springs Campus:
Learn more about:
• Study Abroad in China
• Traditions of China
And grab a FREE lucky ORANGE!
Time: 12:00-2:00 PM
Place: TS DE 442B
Did you know?
“Tangerine” in Chinese sounds similar to the word “luck” and “orange” sounds like the Chinese word for “wealth”. Through this play on words, the Chinese associate the gift of an orange as having an abundance of happiness and prosperity.
Attention health majors: An eye-opening blend of history, culture and healthcare awaits you in South Africa.
Although health and healthcare in South Africa might seem far removed from our daily concerns in the United States, both nations face issues of uneven access, constrained resources, and a focus on improving efficiency of services.
Enhance your ability to develop new ideas and approaches for addressing these challenges in the United States through cultural enlightenment, interdisciplinary practices, and real-life experience through self-motivated volunteer work in Cape Town clinics. Apply now and discover the treasures of Cape Town as you engage with the local community in this life-changing journey.
Apply now – space is limited! Application, all forms, payments, visa (if necessary), etc. must be processed and completed by the deadline of April 27, 2016!
QUESTIONS? Visitour website or call (727) 712-5883.
On January 27th & 28th nine international students together with other young leaders from SPC went on a trip to visit the State’s Capitol in Tallahassee. In company of SPC’s President Dr. Law students were given the opportunity to not only tour the “New Capitol”, but they also got to experience what it is like to be a representative during a mock legislative session.
“This was my first time in Tallahassee and I really enjoyed it. It was a very fun and informative trip. I learned a lot about how the political system works, and also got to meet many new fellow SPC students.” -Fitti Kolbe, Germany.
While enjoying a refreshment for lunch, students also got to meet some of our legislators from Pinellas County, who spared no efforts to patiently answer all questions.
Lastly, everyone came back together in the Senate, where a real session took place.
Students learned how bills turn into lawsThe New Capitol was built in the 1970s and offers a spectacular view from the 22nd floor.
The St. Petersburg College Clearwater International Club welcomes the New Year with their first club meeting of the semester. The meeting took place on January 27th. This spring semester, the club has a lot in store for its members. Club President Skyy Everhart facilitated the meeting, starting with a recap of the fall semester, and some milestones the club has achieved.
The meeting presented many possible trip destinations for the club, such as the Leepa-Rattner Museum, Dali Museum, Manatee Viewing Center, etc. There was also a discussion about hosting an event for this year’s International Education Week.
Other topics that were discussed: a fundraiser to send T-shirts to Mali, recognition of all who participated to the club’s civic engagement, and upcoming ESL Conversation Partner Sessions. Lastly, Skyy awarded Ms. Angela Cole, the International Club Adviser, for all her hard work for the club.
This term is something to look forward to for all club members.
If you are interested in joining the International Club, come to one of our club meetings:
My name is Trang. When I was a little girl I lived in a small town named Nha Trang where farming and fishing were the traditional works. The city is well known for its beaches and an ancient Cham temple tower founded sometime before 781. I always wondered what the world was like, and if everyone was living the life like I did. There were many questions in my head, which made me want to explore the world and satisfy my curiosity when I grew up.
I consider myself as a lucky one in comparison to my peers. After I passed the college entry exam in Vietnam, I decided to study abroad, and I was lucky that my parents supported me 100% on the biggest decision I had ever made. I chose US because it offers a diversifying culture, where the chances to meet and learn from others is endless.
Trang (right) with a friend at an event for international students.
I first went to USF in Tampa and lived in dorm for a semester. I shared a room with another international student from Vietnam, went to classes with friends from Korea, Japan, Saudi Aribia, France, Germany, and more. It was an unforgettable experience in my life but after a short semester, I moved to live with my aunt’s family in St. Petersburg and began a new chapter of my life here at SPC. The education system here is different from the one in Vietnam. Each system has its own unique way to help students achieve their academic sides.
My goal is to get a Master Degree before I return to my home country, which I know will be a long time process. I chose St. Petersburg College to fulfill that long term goal, which saves me on tuition as well as living expenses.
Study abroad is truly a life changing experience for me. Living far away from my family teaches me how to stay strong to achieve my goals. It is a great opportunity that allows me to learn, to connect with people from different parts of the world, and to enrich my knowledge.
NhaTrang City
Knowing how lucky I am to be part of international student group, I would use my knowledge and experience to give back to the community as much as I have received from this study abroad experience. At SPC, I challenged myself to gain skills in areas that I was not comfortable with before. I will continue to push myself a lot to follow my curiosity and to always learn more.
2017-18 Core Fulbright Scholar Program Competition OPENED February 1
The Core U.S. Fulbright Scholar Program sends more than 800 U.S. faculty and professionals abroad each year. The Catalog of Awards will be available beginning February 1 at http://catalog.cies.org/.
Any questions? Review the Fulbright Programs Summary Sheet or contact your Fulbright Campus Representative, Ramona Kirsch (kirsch.ramona@spcollege.edu).
This year, the Australian Open begins on January 18th.
SPC faculty, staff, and students are invited to come watch the Australian Open at the International Center SP/Gibbs Campus in room AD 103. The games will be aired live in our lounge area from 11:00AM-4:30 PM on the following days:
Cheer on your Ladies’ Titans Tennis team as they face Eastern Florida College for their first home game of the season!
Home Game Details
Date: February 6th
Location: Treasure Bay, 10315 Paradise Blvd. Treasure Island, FL
Did you know?
Currently our SPC Ladies tennis are ranked 5th in the ITA National Ranking as a team.
The doubles team of An Tagashira/ Kokoro Chishaki enter the spring season ranked #5
An Tagashira is ranked #17 in singles and Kokoro Chishaki is ranked #18. An Tagashira is a sophomore from Takazuka, Japan and Kokoro Chishaki is from Kashiwa, Japan. Both international students lead the Titans to win the USTA/ ITA National Small Regional 8 Championships in October.
