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Grants for young women to attend Pink Cloud conference in Italy by Anna Faiola

The Friendship Ambassadors Foundation is proud to partner with the Microsoft YouthSpark Initiative to be able to offer a land-only free program to young women who may be interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This is an amazing opportunity for Young Women (ages 17 – 24) in New Technologies! The project falls within … Continue reading Grants for young women to attend Pink Cloud conference in Italy by Anna Faiola

German Delegation visits Seminole Campus by Anna Faiola

During SPC’s Spring Break, Dr. James Olliver, Seminole Campus Provost, coordinated with Patricia Plantamura, City Councilor of Seminole Florida, a visit with four German Delegates, who were selected for the McCloy Fellowship in Urban Affairs program.  The McCloy Fellowships in Urban Affairs allow local government officials to meet with their transatlantic counterparts in order to … Continue reading German Delegation visits Seminole Campus by Anna Faiola

Irish professor teaches psychology at SPC by Anna Faiola

Dr. Anne Tracey from the University of Ulster (Ireland) participated in a faculty exchange switching roles with SPC Professor Sara Brzezinski. While Professor Brzezinski was in Ireland covering Dr. Tracey’s classes, Dr. Tracey was at SPC’s Tarpon Springs Campus covering Professor Brzezinski’s psychology classes! This was an invaluable opportunity not only for the faculty members, … Continue reading Irish professor teaches psychology at SPC by Anna Faiola

The 2nd Annual Banquet by Latinos United Club by Anna Faiola

The Tarpon Springs campus Latinos United Club is holding a Leadership Workshop, Dinner, and Award Ceremony. Everyone is invited and they will provide food, drinks, and a DJ to keep the party going. When: April 10th Where: Tarpon Spring Campus, room FA 132 Time: 5 – 9:30 pm Semi-formal dress is required. Please RSVP by … Continue reading The 2nd Annual Banquet by Latinos United Club by Anna Faiola

USF Fulbright Symposium Featuring Anne Graham Cagney by Anna Faiola

Save the date to see Dr. Anne Graham Cagney on April 2nd, at USF! Dr. Anne Graham Cagney is an Irish Fulbright Scholar whose research is focused on exploring how to create transformative learning spaces in professional development programs for teachers in adult education. Her talk titled, “Further & Adult Education in the ‘Path’ of … Continue reading USF Fulbright Symposium Featuring Anne Graham Cagney by Anna Faiola

German Classes at SPC through International Language Institute by Anna Faiola

Learn German with Professor Bozena Gasior through the International Language Institute. Both Conversational and Beginning German classes are available. The basic German language course introduces students to listening, speaking, reading and writing, and the cultures of German-speaking countries. The emphasis is placed on pronunciation and phrases used in everyday conversations. The conversational German language course … Continue reading German Classes at SPC through International Language Institute by Anna Faiola

Nick M. Billiris AD Building Dedication Ceremony by Arthur Wilmoth

On March 26 I had the pleasure of attending the Nick M. Billiris Administration Building Dedication Ceremony. The ceremony was held out front of the administration building on the Tarpon Springs Campus where students, faculty, and guests  gathered to hear the many speakers, and take part in the Dedication Ceremony. The ceremony saw an array of speakers such … Continue reading Nick M. Billiris AD Building Dedication Ceremony by Arthur Wilmoth

Studying Abroad Could Give You An Edge In The Job Market by Anna Faiola

Do you know the positive impact on Studying Abroad? The first lady, Michelle Obama, is working to promote Study Abroad among students in the United States. “The benefits of studying abroad are almost endless,” Michelle said during the CNN interview. According to her, companies are more likely to hire people with knowledge and experience about … Continue reading Studying Abroad Could Give You An Edge In The Job Market by Anna Faiola

International Club: Pizza and Ping Pong Party by Anna Faiola

The SPC SP/Gibbs Campus International Club revived in 2014!  The SP/G International Club held its first event of the new year – a “Pizza and Ping Pong party” on March 26th. It was great to see the international club kick off with such an active and fun event! Many students from unique parts of the … Continue reading International Club: Pizza and Ping Pong Party by Anna Faiola