Category: Go Glocal

Blue Ocean Film Festival 2014 by Mary Lancaster

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BLUE Ocean Film Festival is a groundbreaking 7-day experience bringing together the world’s finest collection of ocean films, along with acclaimed underwater photography exhibits. Event Information: Date: November 3–9, 2014 Location: Host Hotel – Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront – 333 1st Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Admission: Tickets available for purchase. For specific information, please visit: http://www.blueoceanfilmfestival.org/tickets_and_passes.htm This Festival … Continue reading Blue Ocean Film Festival 2014 by Mary Lancaster →

Study Abroad and earn SPC credit! by Edina Kurtovic

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The Center for International Programs would like to thank all students who attended the Study Abroad Fairs which were held on various St. Petersburg College campuses. During the Study Abroad Fairs, information on how to earn SPC credit while studying abroad was provided to students. Study Abroad faculty also participated and presented each of their … Continue reading Study Abroad and earn SPC credit! by Edina Kurtovic →

Scholarship program for Study Abroad by Edina Kurtovic

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The Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Program offers grants and scholarships to U.S. undergraduate students of limited financial means. This program’s goal is to better prepare students to thrive in an increasingly global economy and interdependent world. Monies awarded can be used to cover costs of program tuition, room and board, books, local transportation, insurance, and … Continue reading Scholarship program for Study Abroad by Edina Kurtovic →

SPC students visit the St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts by Anna Faiola

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On September 19th, St. Petersburg College took a group of students from Clearwater and Gibbs Campuses to the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg.  They explored specifically the Young Chinese Artist Exhibition which they enjoyed the most.  They were interacting with the docent and giving their thoughts and opinions of each piece as they … Continue reading SPC students visit the St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts by Anna Faiola →

Submit an International Photo for a chance to win an iPad! by Edina Kurtovic

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Enter the annual International Photo Contest! SPC will once again sponsor the annual International Photo Contest Open to all current SPC students, faculty, and staff Winners will be announced during International Education Week in November 2014 How to enter: Submit up to two photos you took while traveling outside the U.S. (Alaska, Hawaii and US … Continue reading Submit an International Photo for a chance to win an iPad! by Edina Kurtovic →

Tampa Bay’s Best Oktoberfest by Anna Faiola

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Join the German American Society’s annual Oktoberfest! Enjoy a genuine cultural experience! Oktoberfest is an important part of Bavarian culture, and has been celebrated annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany since 1810. Many cities and organizations with German and Bavarian ties across the world also hold Oktoberfest festivities. This exciting late September and early October event is the … Continue reading Tampa Bay’s Best Oktoberfest by Anna Faiola →

Tampa Bay International Curry Festival! by Anna Faiola

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Tampa Bay International Curry Festival (TBICF) will feature curries prepared by people from all over the world. The overall theme at the Festival will be to spotlight the varieties of amazing curry cuisines, music, food preparation seminars and demonstrations, music performances that are paired with curries. Taste your way around the world at the event … Continue reading Tampa Bay International Curry Festival! by Anna Faiola →

SPC International Film Series Featured on 83 Degrees! by Mary Lancaster

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The word is out about SPC’s International Film Series! 83 Degrees, an online information source for global diversity in the Tampa Bay area, published an article highlighting the International Film Series and internationalization at SPC. Read the article here: www.83degreesmedia.com/innovationnews/spc091614.aspx Focusing on the September 18 film series kickoff screening of “Frida: Naturaleza Viva”, 83 Degrees … Continue reading SPC International Film Series Featured on 83 Degrees! by Mary Lancaster →

Travel the World and Get SPC Credit – Learn How at a Study Abroad Fair! by Mary Lancaster

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Come to an SPC Study Abroad Fair to learn how YOU can travel and earn SPC course credit at the same time! Enter for a chance to win the $200 deposit fee waiver! Event Information: All Fairs are from 12:00-2:00pm Date Campus Location Wed., Sept.17 St. Petersburg/Gibbs SS Lounge Wed., Sept. 24 Clearwater ES113 Wed., … Continue reading Travel the World and Get SPC Credit – Learn How at a Study Abroad Fair! by Mary Lancaster →

Chinese Mid-Autumn (Moon) Festival Celebration by Anna Faiola

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On September 8, 2014, a group of students from Clearwater and Gibbs campuses with their advisors went to the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration.  The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is celebrated by the Chinese on the 15th day of the eighth month on the lunar calendar.  Everyone was invited to experience cultural … Continue reading Chinese Mid-Autumn (Moon) Festival Celebration by Anna Faiola →