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Scholarship Open for France Spring Break Program 2016!

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SPC Eiffel TowerHave you ever wanted to study abroad? Have you ever wanted to go Europe?

 
Spring Break – March 2016 – SPC Study Abroad will be headed to Paris, France.

There are scholarships only available for students who participate in the France program.

Want to learn more?

Questions? Please contact Prof. Nicholas Manias, Ed.D at 727.791.2730 / manias.nicholas@spcollege.edu

Professional Development Opportunity- AAC&U Annual Conference

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In October, the Association of American Colleges and Universities will be hosting an Academic Renewal conference in Fort Lauderdale for educators looking to learn about global learning in college. The world today contains diversity in religions, cultures and ideas. The Global Learning in College conference aims to help educators tackle real-world problems and expand the understanding of the global ecosystem today. Participants will examine how students learn by reevaluating the undergraduate curriculum to fit 21st century goals to learning. The conference will address how global learning goals, systems thinking and attention to global issues can come together to define, develop and assess global learning in college.

Dates: October 8, 2015 to October 10, 2015

Location: Hyatt Regency Pier 66, 2301 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

For more information on the conference visit Global Learning in College: Defining, Developing, and Assessing Institutional Roadmaps

Questions about any of AAC&U’s meetings? E-mail network@aacu.org.

“Cuba: Embargo or Not?” FREE Forum presented by SPC Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions

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The Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions at St. Petersburg College, in partnership with the Global Action Coalition, is presenting a free forum on the Cuban trade embargo on June 30th from 6-8 p.m. at the Poynter Institute in St. Petersburg. The forum, titled “Cuba: Embargo or Not?”, will be moderated by John Wilson, former anchor for Fox Channel 13.

Advance registration is requested; click here to register. Please see the flyer below for more information.

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Over 500 Scholarships for American Students to Study in Ireland

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Studying abroad is one of the best ways college students can acquire international experience necessary to succeed in today’s global marketplace. Understanding the importance of the “international experience”, SPC has become a commitment partner with the Institute of International Education (IIE)’s Generation Study Abroad initiative in order to lead efforts to expand opportunities for our students to study abroad.

We are excited to let all students know that the Government of Ireland’s support of the Generation Study Abroad initiative has resulted in over 500 scholarships for American students to study in Ireland this year. The scholarships will be offered through the Irish Universities Association, Institutes of Technology Ireland, and Irish private colleges.

Click here for more information!

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United Nations Boot Camp 2015

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On June 13, 2015, seventeen students completed The Humpty Dumpty Institute’s United Nation Boot Camp. This week-long immersion study program in Washington D.C. and New York City helps students become global leaders by connecting them with the United Nations and by building bridges between the international body and universities around the world. Participants gain hands-on experience in global affairs, exploring key topics such as: peace and security, refugees and migration, food security, counter terrorism, gender equality, international public health, and more. By the end of the program, students gain first-hand knowledge of how multilateral diplomacy is crafted and implemented by U.N. ambassadors and practitioners.

Interested in getting involved?

Requirements:UN Boot Camp

  • Be a graduate or advanced undergraduate student
  • Do assigned readings
  • Dress professionally
  • Adhere to the strict code of conduct
  • Registration information available here.

Cost:

  • Higher Education Alliance (HEA) Members- $2,250
  • Non-HEA Members- $2,500
  • Fees include all meals, housing in NYC and DC, travel between NYC and DC, transportation between student housing and venues, a UN tour and briefing materials.

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For more information on the Humpty Dumpty Institute, click here.

To learn about the Higher Education Alliance, click here.

 

First Annual CETL International Symposium

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On June 4, 2015, the Center for International Programs in conjunction with CETL hosted the inaugural Internal Symposium at the St. Petersburg College (SPC) Clearwater campus. In attendance were over 30 SPC faculty, deans, and administrative staff. In addition, an Indonesian delegation was in attendance as part of a US State Department grant, Community College Administrator Program (CCAP), awarded to Florida State University (FSU) and selected Florida state colleges, including SPC.

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“This inaugural event was designed to share the innovative and creative work that SPC faculty and staff are doing to move international initiatives forward. In addition, we invited an international delegation of community college administrators from Indonesia to share information on their educational system and plans for internationalizing their colleges. This was an excellent first step in showcasing SPC’s commitment to internationalization and possible collaboration with Indonesian institutions. This event will be held annually, with the second annual International Symposium occurring in June, 2016.” explains Ramona Kirsch, Director of International Programs.

This inaugural International Symposium included the unveiling of the Strategic International Team’s work throughout the past year, Study Abroad faculty members giving presentations on their experiences and best practices for leading Study Abroad programs, presentation of a library toolkit to assist faculty in internationalizing the curriculum, and a discussion about international faculty exchange and collaborations.

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The symposium concluded with a presentation by representatives from the Indonesian delegation, who shared information about their brand-new Akademi Komunitas (community college) model in their home country.

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The following SPC faculty and staff presented during the Symposium: Prof. Sara Brzezinski, Dr. Cher Gauweiler, Director Kirsch, Dr. Gail Lancaster, Prof. Roxana Levin, Dr. Nicholas Manias, and Linda Reifler-Alessi.

Zoomination: The Lantern Festival at Lowry Park Zoo!

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Zoomination lantern festival

 

This spring, Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo hosts cultural event of the season, Zoomination, a dazzling exhibition of colossal lanterns sprawling over 26 acres. It’s an unforgettable journey through the ancient Chinese art of lantern sculpture.

  • Date: From February 28-May 31, 2015
  • Event Time: Sun – Thur. 6-10 p.m. and Fri. & Sat. 6-11 p.m.
  • Location: 1101 West Sligh Avenue Tampa, FL 33604-5958
  • Admission:
    • Adults (12-59) – $39.95
    • Seniors (60+) – $37.95
    • Youth (3-11) – $29.95
    • Children (0-2) – FREE

For more information about the event, please visit the Lowry Park Zoo website.

To purchase tickets online, click here.

To learn more about SPC International Programs, visit us online.

Congratulations to SPC Model United Nations Team – Top 13% Internationally!

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SPC Model UNWith hard work and dedication in researching and practicing diplomatic behavior in simulations, SPC’s Model United Nations Team represented the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia this year at the National Model United Nations (NMUN) conference in New York. The team received the Distinguished Delegation Award for the second year in a row, putting SPC delegates in the top 13 % of the international pool of 5,000 college and university delegates.

In addition to plans to attend the 2015 Florida Model United Nations conference in Gainesville, the SPC Model United Nations Team has just accepted an assignment for the November 2015 conference in the Czech Republic. This time the team will represent China, engaging with other peers from all over the world to discuss current global issues.

Congratulations on the 2015 Distinguished Delegation Award, and best of luck in the Czech Republic!

For more information on the Distinguished Delegation Award and the 2015 NMUN conference, click here.

For pictures from the conference and more information on SPC Model United Nations team, visit their Facebook page.

MIRA Showcase of World Music

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Join SPC’s Music Industry/Recording Arts (MIRA) Ensemble’s upcoming showcase performance of original music as well as covers for an end of semester celebration. Featured performers include Rock Ensemble, R&B Ensemble, and La Lucha, with special guests and faculty members Pat Hernly and Austin Vickrey.

 Event Information

  • Date: Monday, April, 27 2015
  • Time: 7:00-9:00 P.M.
  • Location: Palladium Theater, 253 5th Ave N, St Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Admission: $5 general admission. Free for SPC Students (with SPC ID)!

Questions? Contact 727-341-7984

Click here for more details on this event and to purchase tickets.

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100 Years of Remembrance of the Armenian Genocide

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The following commemorative events will be hosted in the Tampa Bay area in remembrance of the 100th anniversary of the tragic event of the Armenian Genocide:

Schedule of Commemorative Events

“Orphans of the Genocide” and “The Armenian Genocide” Airs on WEDU

  • Tuesday, April 21st – 8pm and 9:30pm on WEDU

“Rising from the Ashes of Tragedy” Lecture and Student Panel

  • Thursday, April 23rd– 2pm at USF Tampa Main Library Building, 4th floor, Grace Allen Room
  • Location: 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620

“An Evening of Remembrance”

  • Friday, April 24th – 7pm at St. Hagop Armenian Church
  • Location: 7020 90th Avenue, Pinellas Park, FL 33782

“Rising from the Ashes of Tragedy” Lecture and Q&A

  • Saturday, April 25th– 7pm at St. Hagop Armenian Church
  • Location: 7020 90th Avenue, Pinellas Park, FL 33782

 

For more information about the events please click here.

Learn about the Armenian genocide of 1915 in The New York Times.

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