The Italian Club of Tampa invites to its annual Festa Italiana – a fun-filled weekend celebrating the Italian heritage and culture. Indulge in finest Italian cuisine, enjoy exciting entertainment such as an Italian Idol singing contest, and engage in a diverse assortment of activities for guests of all ages. When: Thursday, April 7, 2016 Saturday, April … Continue reading Festa Italiana coming to Tampa!
The American Foundation for Greek Language and Culture (AFGLC) would like to invite you to attend their event focusing on the beautiful Cretan culture. When: Saturday, April 16, 2016 from 8:30 AM -1:00 PM Where: SPC’s Tarpon Springs Campus in Lyceum Room 156 The conference registration will begin at 8:30 AM and a light continental breakfast will … Continue reading Learn about Crete and its Beautiful Culture!
Become a diplomat for a week! The United Nations Boot Camp is a week-long immersion study program that gives graduate and advanced undergraduate students the opportunity to explore, examine and experience the inner workings of world’s premier global governance body—the United Nations — as well as other international NGO’s and organizations. When: Sunday, June 27, 2016 … Continue reading United Nations Boot Camp 2016
My name is Camille Custodio, and I come from the pearl of Southeast Asia, The Philippine Islands. I was born in Iba, Zambales and raised in Quezon City, Manila. The Philippines is divided into three main regions, Luzon, Vizayas and Mindanao. I grew up in Luzon which is where the city’s heart lies. One of … Continue reading International Student Story: Magandang Araw from the Philippine Islands!
Enter the world of China: birthplace of paper, the compass, paper money, and more. You’ll trace the Great Wall, measure up against the Terracotta Warriors and race through Beijing’s hutongs by rickshaw. The culture of China offers a unique opportunity for students to understand the literary conventions and communication practices and juxtapose those with other … Continue reading Study Abroad in China and earn college credits this summer!
Application for the Volunteer Forever’s $500 Travel Scholarship for Spring 2016 to volunteer or intern abroad with an organization of your choice opened February 15th. Click here to learn more and to apply! Students don’t have to currently be fundraising for a volunteer trip or international internship, special considerations will be given to those who have … Continue reading Apply Now for Volunteer Forever’s Travel Scholarship
On February 10, SPC hosted Mr. DK Wu, Fulbright research fellow from Taiwan, which included meetings with President Law, SP/G Provost Jamelle Conner, and Director of International Programs, Ramona Kirsch. Mr. Wu of the Chinese Association of American Community Colleges (CAACC), is conducting research about international education and community colleges throughout the United States. Mr. … Continue reading Fulbright Scholar DK Wu at SPC
Did you know… there are Fulbright Programs that are focused for community college faculty? there are Fulbright Programs that do not require a doctoral degree? adjunct faculty are eligible for Fulbright programs? advisors and administrators are eligible for Fulbright programs? you can bring in visiting scholars to internationalize your classes? that Ramona Kirsch, Center for … Continue reading Fulbright Programs
My name is Roberta Spathari. I was born and raised in Tirana, the capital of Albania. Albania is a small country in South-Eastern Europe, surrounded by Italy, Greece, Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro. Located on the Eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, Albania is known for its Mediterranean weather, natural beauty, and amazing beaches across the … Continue reading International Student Story: Tungjatjeta from Albania
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; … Continue reading Study Abroad Fair Spring 2016