Category: News

Testimony of an Auschwitz Survivor – April 7th

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

International Student Story: Olá from Brazil!

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!

Explore Cretan culture at the Tarpon Springs Campus

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

Learn about Crete and its Beautiful Culture!

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!

International Student Story: Magandang Araw from the Philippine Islands!

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!

Study Abroad in China and earn college credits this summer!

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!

Apply Now for Volunteer Forever’s Travel Scholarship

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

Fulbright Scholar DK Wu at SPC

  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