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Greetings from the Pittsburg State International Programs and Services Office!
Our semester is now in full swing, and the campus is alive with a variety of events and activites for students. The International Programs and Services Office is now beginning to prepare for the Spring Semester. We are currently still accepting applications for the January intake of Undergradate, Graduate, and Intensive English Program. Scholarships are available.
Please enjoy this month's stories of a few of the many exceptional PSU Gorillas! #OAGAAG
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International Community News |
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A Gorilla Family: Brothers Join Sister at Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg State University prides itself on the transformation experiences students have here. Many students are excited to tell their family and friends who are not at Pitt State news about their classes, extra-curricular activities, and life in general at Pitt State.
For Yashvi Lambasiya, a senior in Biology from India, telling her family about her experience at PSU was not enough. She wanted them to experience Pitt State, for themselves.
She was struck by Pitt State’s welcoming community and supportive staff, and wanted her brothers to join her here.
“I was the first one to get here and after living here for a year this place felt like home to me,” Yashvi said. “The international office has always been a great support and also I loved the University and what better opportunity for my brothers than to stay with me and simultaneously enjoy this beautiful place.”
Learn more about Pitt State's Department of Biology here. |
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 Pitt State's Indian Student Association Share the Art of Henna with PSU CommunityPittsburg State University's Indian Student Association (ISA) had a booth set up on campus, allowing students to get Henna while they passed through The Oval.
The ISA fundraiser event provided an opportunity for students to learn about a different culture and bring awareness to their organization.
This is one of several upcoming events hosted by the Indian Student Association that will showcase various aspects of Indian culture. |
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International Alumni Spotlight
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PSU Alumnus Publishes Music Education Book for Early Beginners and Children in Special Education
Pittsburg State University alumnus Erman Trukili, of Turkey, published a book last month that is available worldwide. Turkili, who graduated from PSU with a Master of Music in 2007, is a perfect example of the outstanding alumni that Pitt State graduates.
Turkili’s book, “First Steps of a Little Artist”, applies his unique teaching method that uses symbols and colors to teach piano. His book, which is being sold at prestigious sites such as Boosey and Hawkes and Music Exchange, is designed for very early beginners and children in special education.
Turkili said that his time at Pitt State helped set him on the path that has led to his success.
“Pitt State opened doors for me to continue my academic and artist career in US,” he said. “One might think that PSU is a small university of a small town. It has a quite strong academic excellence which helped me to shape my life both as an academic and as an artist.”
Learn more about PSU's Department of Music here. |
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International Student Spotlight |
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PSU Grad Student’s Film Screened in Kansas City Film Festival
Jackie Chang, of Taiwan, is a graduate student at Pittsburg State University, pursing a Master of Art in Communication.Chang is no stranger to the Department, as he earned a Bachelor of Science in Communication with an emphasis in Media Production in April.
In addition to his role as a Graduate Assistant in the Department of Communication, Chang is a film maker and director. Chang has been making films of various genres for years.
Recently, one of Chang’s films received an official selection in the Kansas City Underground Film Festival. His horror film “Lost Spirit” was screened for the public on September 25th.
“I feel very happy about it,” Chang said. “That means there are more opportunities for more people to see our work.”
Learn more about PSU's Master of Art in Communicaion program here. |
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Pitt State Receives Four Students for MBA Dual Degree Program
Pittsburg State University has an agreement with three partner universities to offer an MBA Dual Degree Program. Students in the program divide up their studies and complete one year at their home institution, then complete their last year at Pittsburg State University to earn two degrees-one from each institution. Pitt State both sends and receives students for the program.
This semester, PSU received four students from each partner university as part of MBA Dual Degree Programs. Netty Bathily and Thomas Detony have come from La Rochelle International Business School in La Rochelle, France; Maxime Gelly has come from Montpellier Business School in Montpellier, France; and Hsiang-Tzu Wang has come from National Taipei University of Business in Taipei, Taiwan.
Participating in a Dual Degree program has many benefits for students.
“A program like this allows you to first develop your English skills, get an international degree, or even the opportunity to work in the United States,” Gelly said.
Learn more about PSU's MBA program here. |
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Pitt State's Flexible Master of Science in Technology (MST) Program Prepares Students for a Wide Range of Career Goals
Pittsburg State University's Master of Science in Technology (MST) program is the most flexible of the four graduate programs out of the College of Technology. The program offers a wide range of emphasis areas, including: Automotive Technology; Graphics Design; Graphics Management; Information Technology; Personnel Development; Technology Management; or No Emphasis.
The program comes out of the Department of Technology and Workforce Learning, whose mission is "to provide technology programs and services which prepare individuals for success in business, industry, education and government."
Learn more about our MST program here. |
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Gorilla International Scholarship
This scholarship awards admitted Undergraduate and Graduate international students up to $6,000/year, applied in the form of a tuition waiver. Scholarships are available for new international students (freshman, transfer and graduate) applying to PSU for the first time. |
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PSU Foundation International Programs and Services
The PSU Foundation International Programs and Services Fund helps support international students and furthering our mission. Funds may go toward international student scholarships or sponsoring cultural events on campus. Each gift makes an impact and will aid in creating transformational experiences for international students and community members alike. Please consider supporting the PSU Foundation International Programs and Services Fund. |
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