Category: News

New Beginnings: New Student Orientation for International Students at CL

January 11, 2016Events, International Students, International Students Events, NewsFitti Kolbe

On January 7, the International Program held their Spring International Student Orientation to kick start students with their new beginning at SPC. Fifteen students from different countries such as India, Turkey, Vietnam and many more, participated at the orientation that provided essential information to ensure student success at SPC. Ramona Kirsch, direct of the Center for … Continue reading New Beginnings: New Student Orientation for International Students at CL →

Honor MLK’s Remarkable Accomplishments with SPC and Community

January 8, 2016Events, NewsMary Lancaster

The Center for Civic Learning & Community Engagement (CCLE) is hosting the first annual MLK Day of Service to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King’s achievements and honor his memory through service to others. All SPC staff and students are invited! The event will take place on Friday, January 15, 2016 from 9 a.m. to noon … Continue reading Honor MLK’s Remarkable Accomplishments with SPC and Community →

Attend the St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs

January 5, 2016Events, NewsEventsAnna Faiola

Save the date! You’re invited to the St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs on February 17-19, 2016, hosted by USF St. Petersburg. The topic of healthcare can be complex and confusing. Join us at the 4th annual St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs for this timely and informative session. The panel of experts will lay … Continue reading Attend the St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs →

It’s not too late to study abroad and earn college credit while traveling the world!

January 4, 2016News, Study Abroadstudy abroadFitti Kolbe

SPC’s Center for International Programs would like to give you an update on all the study abroad programs that still have spots open for the 2015/2016 academic year. Click on the country names below to learn more about each program: China Costa Rica (Business or Spanish) The Dominican Republic Ecuador Greece India Israel South Africa … Continue reading It’s not too late to study abroad and earn college credit while traveling the world! →

SPC International Club visits St. Augustine

December 11, 2015NewsFitti Kolbe

On December 11, 2015, the SPC Clearwater campus International Club had the opportunity to visit and explore the ancient city of St. Augustine. During the trip to the city the students and the advisor visited the Castillo De San Marcos, the oldest wooden school in America and The Prince of Wales, where they had a little … Continue reading SPC International Club visits St. Augustine →

International Student Story: Hola from Ecuador

December 9, 2015Galápagos Islands, International Students, Mexico 2024, NewsInternational StudentsFitti Kolbe

My name is Domenica Flores; I was born and raised in Quito, Ecuador. Ecuador is a beautiful country located in South America between Colombia and Peru, it’s divided in 4 regions (Coast, Andes, Amazon and Galapagos island), and is one of the most bio-diverse countries around the world. It is famous for our beautiful roses, sweet chocolate, … Continue reading International Student Story: Hola from Ecuador →

Travel the World at Clearwater: International Education Week

November 27, 2015Events, NewsFitti Kolbe

It’s a small world after all! One of the best things in life is to have an opportunity travel. It is amazing to learn culture, background, and heritage that is different and unique. The world is an adventure just waiting to be explored; and what an engaging thing to have it for free and right … Continue reading Travel the World at Clearwater: International Education Week →

Congratulations to SPC’s 2015 International Photo Contest Winners!

November 18, 2015NewsNewsAnna Faiola

St Petersburg College is proud to announce the winners of the 3rd annual International Photo Contest! Thank you to all who submitted photos and to all who voted in this year’s contest. It was a tough competition, but our winners are below. Congratulations! Winners will be notified once the prices are ready for pick up. … Continue reading Congratulations to SPC’s 2015 International Photo Contest Winners! →

Submit your vote for the International Photo Contest

November 12, 2015NewsNewsAnna Faiola

Thank you to everyone who entered the 2015 International Photo Contest. Are you ready to SUBMIT YOUR VOTE for your favorite international photograph? Voting is open through Monday, November 16 at 11:59pm. You must be a St. Petersburg College student, faculty, or staff to vote. There is a limit of one (1) vote per person, … Continue reading Submit your vote for the International Photo Contest →

International Programs Dinners

November 11, 2015Events, Faculty Resources, NewsEvents, Faculty Resources, NewsAnna Faiola

SPC’s International Programs hosted special dinners this fall for faculty, staff and students on the Tarpon Springs and SP/Gibbs Campuses. Attendees learned about International Programs’ initiatives, how Study Abroad programs are created and participated in creative conversations sharing ideas for improvements. These creative conversations produced many helpful ideas on how to move forward SPC’s commitment … Continue reading International Programs Dinners →