Olympic College Office of International Education & Study Abroad

What a fun trip! Last Friday, our office held a Hiking Field Trip at Olympic National Park! 🌲🚶✨ We saw Lake Crescent and Marymere Falls 🌊

Thanks for joining the field trip! Hope to see you all again in upcoming office events 📸

The July 2024 newsletter is here! ✨ In this issue, we covered events from the past month such as new student orientation, graduation commencement, International Club, and De-stress week.

Enjoy the sun and have a wonderful Summer Quarter! ☀️😎

Today's Seattle Field Trip for the new OC International Students! Welcome to Olympic College and enjoy the Summer quarter! ☀️✨️

Here is the newsletter for June! ✨ We had a lot fun events going on this past month, and now it's almost time for summer!

Please read the notice about Travel Authorization if you are planning to travel outside the U.S. in Summer quarter.

Bead Art Time for Destress Week in International Lounge today ✨

Here's a look at last week's Traditional Matcha Green Tea Ceremony event! Presented by OC International Student Kota. 🍵✨🗾

Special thanks to Kota for sharing a part of his country's culture and to Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for this collaboration!

This Thursday, Kota from OC Office of International Education and Study Abroad will be hosting a Matcha Green Tea Ceremony! 🍵✨

"Learn the history of matcha while Kota demonstrates the traditional way to make matcha. Participants can try to make their own matcha!"

Time: May 23rd 1:30PM
Location: BSC Upper Lounge

This event is a part of the series "From Roots to Resilience: Celebrating AANHPI Cultures" by Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Are you interested in learning French or experience living in France? Consider this Study Abroad program scheduled for Fall 2024! This is a quarter-long program at the Centre d’études Franco-Américain de Management (CEFAM) in Lyon, France ✨🇫🇷

For more information about this program, visit https://www.wcccsa.com/lyon.
If you are interested in applying, contact [email protected]

Do you want to learn Spanish and experience living in Costa Rica?Consider this Study Abroad program scheduled for Summer 2024! This is a 4-week-long program at the Intercultura Costa Rica Language School in Heredia and Playa Samara 🏖️🌴✨🇨🇷

For more information about this program, join the info session via Zoom on May 16 or June 5! You can also visit https://www.wcccsa.com/costarica.
If you are interested in applying, contact [email protected]

There is an information meeting today at 2:30pm for Study Abroad Costa Rica Fall 2024! Come join the meeting to learn more about this program ✨🇨🇷

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2297876692?omn=86339603613
Meeting ID: 229 787 6692

Hi! We have a Study Abroad Session on Tuesday April 30th at 2:30pm via. Zoom!

Are you interested in the study abroad in France? We have a session on 24th on April! Join it!!!

Day 3 at Student of Color Conference with this group of passionate student leaders! We got to know each other more through this 3-day conference, and are excited to create more welcoming community together for all students. Thank you for bringing the conference back in person. We hope to bring more students next year!

Powerful stories of 2 amazing social activists who are making changes in communities in the U.S.
Together, we can make a change. One step at a time.

OC student & one of our Conversation Partners, Angela presented at day 2 of Student of Color Conference. She talked about the inequalities that deeply impact the Latino/x community. Conversation grew between OC students how we can help create more welcoming community for Latino/x students and bring other identity groups together.
We are excited!

OC international students participated in International Identity Development session during day 2 of Student of Color Conference! Finding where you belong within a community is such a great feeling because you know you belong here. Learning about your own identity and your own culture is a first step to celebrate diversity.

OC students are participating in 34th Annual Student of Color Conference in Auburn, WA.
Students will participate in interactive sessions focused on identity development, awareness of others, skills development, social justice & social activism, and personal development for three days.

Host Family Needed for Summer & Fall 2024!
Become a host family for our international students! There are many benefits to becoming a host family, including a unique cultural exchange experience, a lifelong friendship, and a $735 monthly stipend. Find out how you can support an international student on our website
https://www.olympic.edu/student-life-support/enrollment-services/international-education/international-student-housing-1

The April Newsletter has arrived 📰 check out to know more about the activities that we had in March ✨

Seattle Field Trip with new international students of Spring 2024 ✨ Have a great upcoming quarter!

📣‼️ We are looking for local families to host OC International Students in Soring 2024!🌎🏠✨ This opportunity starts with a one-quarter commitment and includes a monthly stipend. Scan the QR code or search this link for more information. Priority submission deadline is on Friday, February 23, 2024. https://www.olympic.edu/student-life-support/enrollment-services/international-education/international-student-housing-1

Seattle field trip from today 🌍✨️🏙⛴️🌏 with new International Students that will start attending Olympic College this upcoming Winter Quarter!

SEIJIN-Shiki USA will be held in January 2024!!

The SEIJIN-Shiki should be attended by all those who wish to return to Japan but cannot!!

Hello! Here is the monthly newsletter for October.

It is time to study abroad in Rennes, France!

Please join us today between 12pm to 1:30pm at International Student Lounge in 10-117 to learn more about how to study in France!

Rennes School of Business will be on campus to present the information about transfer opportunities and our short summer program for community college students.

Students can complete their bachelor's in business in one year after an associate's degree at costs lower than staying in Washington!

All courses are taught in English. Scholarships and FAFSA are available.

Join us for croissants and snacks to learn more!

Contact Info:
Justin Wamsley
[email protected]
360-475-7310

Olympic College's Information & Involvement Experience (I2X) Resource Fair is a great opportunity to explore on-campus programs and even connect with off-campus organizations ✨️ Let's join it next Wednesday, October 4th in Building 10 from 11AM to 1PM!

Rennes School of Business will be on campus to present the information about transfer opportunities and our short summer program for community college students.

Students can complete their bachelor's in business in one year after an associate's degree at costs lower than staying in Washington!

All courses are taught in English. Scholarships and FAFSA are available.

Join us for croissants and snacks to learn more!

Contact Info:
Justin Wamsley
[email protected]
360-475-7310

We need you, OC international students! Please share your love of OC by submitting a 2 minutes video! It is open to current students or alumni! Deadline is September 25th!!

August newsletter is out! International students enjoyed a visit to Olympic National Park and kayaking in Port Gamble Bay! Plenty of activities to do in the Pacific Northwest!

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International students enjoyed mini-hike at Marymere Falls and Lake Crescent view! We love Pacific Northwest!