Tag Archives: International Students

Terrorism: How Long and How to Resist It?

On February 26 at the St Petersburg Conference on World Affairs, a panel of experts will discuss terrorism in our time. Panelist Wole Soyinka, Winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature and one of Nigeria’s leading public intellectuals, will discuss the terror group Boko Haram and its threat to west and central Africa. To register … Continue reading Terrorism: How Long and How to Resist It?

Etched in Sand Author Engages with SPC Clearwater Students

  St Petersburg College chose Regina Calcaterra’s Etched in Sand as the feature for 2015’s One Book/One College activities. On January 28, SPC’s Clearwater Campus was privileged to host the author and provide an opportunity for readers to engage with her and her story directly. Over 50 students and faculty attended the event, taking advantage … Continue reading Etched in Sand Author Engages with SPC Clearwater Students

New International Student Orientation

On January 6 & 8, 2015, the Center for International Programs welcomed 25 new students for New International Student Orientation.  These students hail from 11 different countries (Albania, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Kuwait, Laos, Philippines, Scotland, Senegal, Venezuela, and Vietnam). Pictured are new and current students from the Clearwater Campus.  Students met with Peer Mentors and … Continue reading New International Student Orientation

Enjoy the Beautiful Loy Krathong Festival in Tampa!

The Loy Krathong Festival is one of the most beautiful and popular festivals in Thailand. Visit Tampa’s Wat Mongkolratanaram and join the festivities! Event Information: Date: Saturday, November 8, 2014 Time: 7 p.m. until midnight Location: 5229-5449 Palm Road, Tampa, FL 33619 It’s celebrated on the day of the full moon in November. The central … Continue reading Enjoy the Beautiful Loy Krathong Festival in Tampa!

Bulgarian Days of Culture: Exhibition of Art, Video, and Music at SP/G!

St Petersburg College St Petersburg/Gibbs Campus is Proud to Present: Bulgarian Days of Culture: Exhibition of Art, Video, and Music Join St Petersburg College as we celebrate Bulgarian culture with a special exhibition under the auspices of the Bulgarian Embassy. Delight in the sights and sounds of Bulgaria right here in beautiful St Petersburg! Location … Continue reading Bulgarian Days of Culture: Exhibition of Art, Video, and Music at SP/G!

Get in Gear for International Education Week at SPC Downtown’s Japanese Art Demo and Exhibition!

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see Masters of Japanese art in action! SPC Downtown Center and the Center for International Programs are proud to host two sessions of an amazing art demonstration on November 13, 2014. For more details, please click the photo below:

Mexican Independence Day Celebration in Clearwater September 13, 2014 by Mary Lancaster

Come celebrate with the Entire Family! Enjoy a genuine Cultural Experience! Free Admission!   Mexican Independence Day Event Information: Date: Saturday, September 13th, 2014 Time: 3:00 P.M. to 10 P.M. Location: Cleveland Street & Missouri Avenue in Clearwater’s East Gateway.  Come join the Mexican Independence Day celebration in Clearwater, where there will be activities for … Continue reading Mexican Independence Day Celebration in Clearwater September 13, 2014 by Mary Lancaster