Category: News

Professional Development Opportunity- AAC&U Annual Conference

June 25, 2015Events, Faculty Resources, Go Glocal, NewsFaculty Resources, Glocal News, International EventsMary Lancaster

In October, the Association of American Colleges and Universities will be hosting an Academic Renewal conference in Fort Lauderdale for educators looking to learn about global learning in college. The world today contains diversity in religions, cultures and ideas. The Global Learning in College conference aims to help educators tackle real-world problems and expand the … Continue reading Professional Development Opportunity- AAC&U Annual Conference →

“Cuba: Embargo or Not?” FREE Forum presented by SPC Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions

June 24, 2015Events, Faculty Resources, Go Glocal, NewsEvents/News, Faculty Resources, Glocal News, Go Glocal, International EventsMary Lancaster

The Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions at St. Petersburg College, in partnership with the Global Action Coalition, is presenting a free forum on the Cuban trade embargo on June 30th from 6-8 p.m. at the Poynter Institute in St. Petersburg. The forum, titled “Cuba: Embargo or Not?”, will be moderated by John Wilson, former anchor … Continue reading “Cuba: Embargo or Not?” FREE Forum presented by SPC Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions →

United Nations Boot Camp 2015

June 15, 2015Events, Go Glocal, News, Student Resources, Tips & OpportunitiesGlocal News, Student Resources, Tips & OpportunitiesMary Lancaster

On June 13, 2015, seventeen students completed The Humpty Dumpty Institute’s United Nation Boot Camp. This week-long immersion study program in Washington D.C. and New York City helps students become global leaders by connecting them with the United Nations and by building bridges between the international body and universities around the world. Participants gain hands-on … Continue reading United Nations Boot Camp 2015 →

First Annual CETL International Symposium

June 6, 2015Faculty Resources, Go Glocal, NewsFaculty ResourcesMary Lancaster

On June 4, 2015, the Center for International Programs in conjunction with CETL hosted the inaugural Internal Symposium at the St. Petersburg College (SPC) Clearwater campus. In attendance were over 30 SPC faculty, deans, and administrative staff. In addition, an Indonesian delegation was in attendance as part of a US State Department grant, Community College … Continue reading First Annual CETL International Symposium →

SPC International Film Series – Henry and June – June 25, 2015!

June 1, 2015Events, NewsInternational EventsEdina Kurtovic

Henry & June brings literary art to life and provides a deeper understanding of famed writers Henry Miller and Anaïs Nin in 1930s Paris. Date: Thursday, June 25, 2015 Doors Open: 5:30 PM Film Screening: 6:00 PM (Running time: 2:17) Location: Challenge of Modern Art Interactive Gallery, Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, Tarpon Springs Campus FREE … Continue reading SPC International Film Series – Henry and June – June 25, 2015! →

Zoomination: The Lantern Festival at Lowry Park Zoo!

April 27, 2015Events, Go Glocal, NewsEvents/News, Glocal News, Go Glocal, International EventsMary Lancaster

This spring, Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo hosts cultural event of the season, Zoomination, a dazzling exhibition of colossal lanterns sprawling over 26 acres. It’s an unforgettable journey through the ancient Chinese art of lantern sculpture. Date: From February 28-May 31, 2015 Event Time: Sun – Thur. 6-10 p.m. and Fri. & Sat. 6-11 p.m. … Continue reading Zoomination: The Lantern Festival at Lowry Park Zoo! →

Congratulations to SPC Model United Nations Team – Top 13% Internationally!

April 24, 2015Events, Go Glocal, NewsEvents/News, Glocal News, Go Glocal, International EventsMary Lancaster

With hard work and dedication in researching and practicing diplomatic behavior in simulations, SPC’s Model United Nations Team represented the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia this year at the National Model United Nations (NMUN) conference in New York. The team received the Distinguished Delegation Award for the second year in a row, putting SPC delegates … Continue reading Congratulations to SPC Model United Nations Team – Top 13% Internationally! →

MIRA Showcase of World Music

April 23, 2015Events, Go Glocal, NewsEvents/News, Glocal News, Go Glocal, International EventsMary Lancaster

Join SPC’s Music Industry/Recording Arts (MIRA) Ensemble’s upcoming showcase performance of original music as well as covers for an end of semester celebration. Featured performers include Rock Ensemble, R&B Ensemble, and La Lucha, with special guests and faculty members Pat Hernly and Austin Vickrey. Event Information Date: Monday, April, 27 2015 Time: 7:00-9:00 P.M. Location: … Continue reading MIRA Showcase of World Music →

100 Years of Remembrance of the Armenian Genocide

April 20, 2015Events, Go Glocal, NewsEvents/News, Glocal News, Go Glocal, International EventsMary Lancaster

The following commemorative events will be hosted in the Tampa Bay area in remembrance of the 100th anniversary of the tragic event of the Armenian Genocide: Schedule of Commemorative Events “Orphans of the Genocide” and “The Armenian Genocide” Airs on WEDU Tuesday, April 21st – 8pm and 9:30pm on WEDU “Rising from the Ashes of … Continue reading 100 Years of Remembrance of the Armenian Genocide →

3rd Annual Latinos United Banquet

April 18, 2015Events, NewsInternational EventsAnna Faiola

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiMVBUvO5vk In February 2015, a group of six SPC students from the Latinos United club attended the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI) Conference in Chicago, Illinois. Upon their return, the club applied for a Foundation grant to assist them with their 3rd Annual Latinos United Banquet, which they were grateful to receive. With the … Continue reading 3rd Annual Latinos United Banquet →