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Portuguese Classes at SPC through International Language Institute by Anna Faiola

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Did you know that SPC offers non-credit language classes through the International Language Institute (ILI)? Among those is the Conversational Portuguese class with Professor Adriana Baiocco. “I have tried many tools over the years to learn Portuguese, from online resources, to watching Brazilian TV” said student Brenda, “none of my efforts were as effective or … Continue reading Portuguese Classes at SPC through International Language Institute by Anna Faiola →

Scholarships and paid internship opportunities for students with US State Department by Anna Faiola

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Diplomat-In-Residence Edward Loo was recently on the SPC Clearwater campus to share information about opportunities for SPC students to work as paid interns abroad for the US State Department!  If you are interested in applying for this wonderful opportunity to work abroad, the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program could possibly assist you in funding … Continue reading Scholarships and paid internship opportunities for students with US State Department by Anna Faiola →

International Students Reflect on the Holocaust Museum by Mary Lancaster

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On Sunday, February 23, 2014, a group of international students and International Club members participated in a trip to the Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida.  It was a heartfelt learning experience for all.  Some of the international students did not know about the Holocaust and appreciated learning about what happened. This trip was a … Continue reading International Students Reflect on the Holocaust Museum by Mary Lancaster →

The State of Beauty Today – An International Bilingual (French/English) Conference by Anna Faiola

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University of South Florida is hosting The State of Beauty Today – An International Bilingual (French/English) Conference, which will take place on the USF Tampa campus, on Friday Feb. 28 (Library, Grace Allen Room: 9:30am-5:00pm) – March 1st (Marshall Student Center 3705: 10:30am-5:00pm). This international interdisciplinary conference will address the specific topic of beauty in … Continue reading The State of Beauty Today – An International Bilingual (French/English) Conference by Anna Faiola →

Southeast Conference on Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Film by Anna Faiola

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The Department of World Languages at the University of South Florida welcomes you to the Southeast Conference on Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Film (SCFLLF) on Feb. 21 & 22, 2014 on the USF main campus in Tampa. The 21st SCFLLF will bring together scholars from a variety of disciplines in the Humanities. Presentations will cover … Continue reading Southeast Conference on Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Film by Anna Faiola →

An update from the Tarpon Springs International Club by Anna Faiola

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The SPC Tarpon Springs International Club meeting this week was a success! What a great accomplishment to see so many interested students from diverse backgrounds attending the meeting. There was great energy  during the meeting as we planned some great events for the Tarpon Springs campus. Look for upcoming announcements soon! During the meeting, Rosangela … Continue reading An update from the Tarpon Springs International Club by Anna Faiola →

SPC Students get a taste of China! by Anna Faiola

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In January, over 20 SPC students and staff helped to usher in the Year of the Horse at a Chinese New Year Celebration hosted by the Confucius Institute at USF.  The Celebration featured professional performances that included a dragon dance, illuminated Chinese yoyo show, Chinese instruments and cultural games with special gifts to the winners. … Continue reading SPC Students get a taste of China! by Anna Faiola →

SPC Director of International Programs participates in Educational Trade Mission to Central America! by Anna Faiola

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In December, Ramona RW Kirsch, the director of SPC’s International Programs, participated in an Educational Trade Mission to Central America sponsored by the US Department of Commerce. Representing SPC as well as the Florida Consortium for International Education, Kirsch participated in meetings with Educational Institutions and Organizations in Nicaragua and El Salvador interested in collaborating … Continue reading SPC Director of International Programs participates in Educational Trade Mission to Central America! by Anna Faiola →