U.S. Department of State 2015 Summer Internship Program (unpaid) OPEN for Applications! by Mary Lancaster

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Don’t miss this great opportunity to participate in an internship with the U.S. Department of State! The deadline to apply is October 17, 2014. The U.S. Department of State is looking for diverse, culturally aware, well-rounded, and strategic problem-solvers seeking an internship. This internship helps you gain experience, explore new careers and acquire lifelong skills. … Continue reading U.S. Department of State 2015 Summer Internship Program (unpaid) OPEN for Applications! by Mary Lancaster →

SPC Engages with Local French Institute for Joint Lecture at Downtown Center September 3, 2014 by Mary Lancaster

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From the moment you entered the room you could tell this was something special. Seventy French and American students gathered at SPC Downtown Center on September 3 for a joint lecture on American and French national governments. SPC Prof. Tara Newsom welcomed Dr. Philippe Beau of the Business and Enterprise Alternative University (BEAU) Institute and … Continue reading SPC Engages with Local French Institute for Joint Lecture at Downtown Center September 3, 2014 by Mary Lancaster →

Study Abroad Faculty receive CETL Distinguished Faculty Award by Anna Faiola

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The Center for International Programs would like to congratulate three of our Study Abroad faculty who have received the 2013-2014 CETL Distinguished Faculty Award. Professor Nicholas Manias led the first St. Petersburg College France Study Abroad program in May 2014. Nancy Watkins is getting ready to lead the third education practicum program to Jamaica in … Continue reading Study Abroad Faculty receive CETL Distinguished Faculty Award by Anna Faiola →

Dental Hygiene Service Learning Experience in Jamaica by Anna Faiola

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This is a service learning experience through an organization called Great Shape!, Inc., that was established in 1988. One of Great Shape’s programs is called “1000 Smiles project.” While the primary purpose is to help those in need, there is plenty of cross cultural interaction, and learning. During the week long experience (approximately 32 hours), … Continue reading Dental Hygiene Service Learning Experience in Jamaica by Anna Faiola →

Top 10 Tips for Immersing Yourself in the Culture While Studying Abroad by Anna Faiola

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A New York Times columnist Nick Kristof, writes that “travel can also be an education, a step toward empathy and international understanding.” SPC couldn’t agree more with his statement. Studying Abroad opens new horizons for students and it is a significant moment in a young person’s life that continues to impact their life for years … Continue reading Top 10 Tips for Immersing Yourself in the Culture While Studying Abroad by Anna Faiola →

Students from Sister City Takamatsu, Japan Visit SPC! by Mary Lancaster

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Three high school students from Takamatsu, Japan visited St. Petersburg College’s Gibbs Campus on July 29, 2014. They had a blast playing music in the MIRA building and enjoyed gazing into the stars of the planetarium during their tour of the campus.  SPC students joined the Japanese students for a “Sister City Cultural Conversation” later in … Continue reading Students from Sister City Takamatsu, Japan Visit SPC! by Mary Lancaster →