On April 22, 2016 SPC’s Center for International Programs (CIP) hosted a Study Abroad Collaborative Session on the Clearwater Campus. The session began with CIP sharing the changes and improvements that were implemented in response to last semester’s “Creative Conversations.” Some notable changes sparked by those sessions occurred in the areas of marketing, funding and … Continue reading Study Abroad Collaborative Session
Many thanks to the students who joined our inaugural International Programs Student Focus Group! Study Abroad and International students gave valuable input on the future shape of international programming at SPC. Dedicated participants even joined via phone conference to make sure their voices were heard! Director Ramona Kirsch introduced attendees to new initiatives and opportunities like … Continue reading International Programs Student Focus Group Speaks Up
WHAT TO DONATE: Diapers Feminine sanitary products Water Gauzes/first aid kit Insect Repellent Rubbing Alcohol Cotton pads Toilet paper ALL ITEMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY: Thursday April 21, 2016 until 5:00PM WHERE TO DONATE: SPC Clearwater Campus, AD 152 International Office SPONSORED BY: The International Club, Clearwater Campus Ecuador Social Club, Tampa Ecuadorian Consulate, … Continue reading ECUADOR – Earthquake Relief #LETSHELP
SAVE THE DATE!! Thursday, June 2, 2016 12 noon – 4:00 pm Second Annual International Symposium Clearwater campus, ES 104 Presented by CETL and Center for International Programs Come and learn about new International Program initiatives including the following: Faculty involved in Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) with institutions abroad The new Global Citizen Pathway … Continue reading Second Annual International Symposium
After weeks of hard work, writing position papers and simulations, I participated along with 15 other students from St. Petersburg College in the National Model United Nations Conference B in New York City, March, 27-31 2016 (NMUNNY). This simulation was one of the most unique and educational experiences that I will always remember. I represented the … Continue reading National Model United Nations Conference- NYC
Student Focus Group Details Date: Thursday, April 14, 2016 Time: 12:00-1:30 PM Locations: SP/Gibbs AD 180 OR Virtually We want your thoughts on: On-campus/local international events Ideas for study abroad programs Communication about opportunities: scholarships, events, and more! Click here to RSVP by 12:00 PM on Tuesday, April 12. Pizza provided at the SP/Gibbs AD … Continue reading International Programs needs YOUR input!
Congratulations to our two study abroad faculty members, Jennifer Fernandes and Roxana Levin, who received the 2015 John & Suanne Roueche Excellence Awards from the League for Innovation in the Community College. The League is an international, nonprofit organization that is known for its dedication to catalyzing the community college movement in a continuing effort to … Continue reading SA Faculty receives awards!
Speaker Mr. Phil Gans is coming to Clearwater campus this Thursday, April 7, to share with students, faculty and staff his testimony on life as “Prisoner #139755”, and his survival of the Auschwitz III Slave Labor Camp. Date: Thursday, April 7, 2016 Location: Clearwater Campus, room ES 104 Time: 9:30-11:00am The event is hosted by Dr. Zombek’s … Continue reading Testimony of an Auschwitz Survivor – April 7th
Hello! My name is Onesiforo Souza. I am from Natal, Brazil. “Natal” means “Christmas” in Portuguese, and the city is named Natal because it was founded on December 25, 1599 by the Portuguese. It is the capital and largest city of the State of Rio Grande do Norte. Located 31 meters (102 ft.) above sea level, … Continue reading International Student Story: Olá from Brazil!
The American Foundation for Greek Language and Culture (AFGLC) invites you to attend their celebration of the beautiful Cretan culture. Date: Saturday, April 16, 2016 Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM Location: SPC’s Tarpon Springs Campus, Lyceum Room 156 Event registration will begin at 8:30 AM and a light continental breakfast will be served. RSVP … Continue reading Explore Cretan culture at the Tarpon Springs Campus