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Greetings from the Pittsburg State International Programs and Services Office!
As our semester continues to move forward, there have been many events and activities that highlight the wonderful international community at Pitt State. With only a month left of the Fall semester, students are making the most of their time at PSU with celebrations and by taking part in the vibrant campus culture we boast.
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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PSU's international students proudly represent their countries during Pitt State Homecoming Parade
Pittsburg State University celebrates the beginning of a new academic year with various Homecoming events and celebrations each Fall semester. International students at Pitt State had the opportunity to represent their countries during the parade by walking with their flags. They were able to share the diverse and multicultural student body that Pitt State boasts. |
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Pitt State students share in traditional Fall activities
The Pitt Pal Program, which matches international and domestic students to promote cultural exchange and assist new international students in their transition to PSU, hosted a Fall Fiesta event. The event was a time for students to participate in traditional fall activities such as pumpkin carving and roasting smores. For many, it was their first time carving a pumpkin. |
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Pitt State's Indian Student Association celebrates Diwali with Pittsburg community
Last month, the Indian Student Association (ISA) at Pittsburg State University celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with over 250 Pitt State and Pittsburg community members. The celebration took place in the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts for a performance portion of the event, and the Plaster Center for a food portion.
"We celebrated the same way the way you celebrate in our home country," said Akash Verma, ISA President. "We had performances, we had authentic Indian food, and after all those we had a firework show."
The event was a success due to hard work from the ISA and to the support they received for the event.
"We really appreciate our Pittsburg state University for letting us have this event on campus," Verma said. "Not only the University, but our local businesses also helped us to sponsor our event." |
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 Pittsburg State University welcomes guest conductor and pianist from Russia and ItalyThe Southeast Kansas Symphony at Pittsburg State University opened their first concert of the season with "From Russia With Love", which featured two international guests. Guest conductor Vladimir Gorbik from the Tchaikowsky Moscow State Conservatory in Russia, and pianist Luigi Borzillo, from Italy traveled to the heart of the U.S.A. to perform in the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts.
"It was wonderful to conduct The Southeast Kansas Symphony, to perform in such an excellent concert hall as Bicknell Family Center of Art," Gorbik said. "I thank Maestro Raul Munguía for his invitation to perform a Russian symphonic program at the concert with such a beautiful name 'From Russia with Love' in the center of the United States."
Gorbik wanted to bring a Russian orchestral style of playing to Pittsburg, and he was able to do so by working with the SEK Symphony.
"All of the players of The Southeast Kansas Symphony are very deep musicians and kind people," Gorbic said. "I like to work on Russian scores with them."
Two weeks later, Gorbic was again able to bring Russian music to the Pittsburg community by performing with Music of the Continents International Choir, a program of Russian sacred music. |
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International Student Spotlight |
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Family from Mexico finds second home at Pittsburg State University
Transitioning to a new country with a different language and culture is no easy feat. It is, however, a little easier to make the transition with your family.
This was true for Isaac Hernandez, his wife, Frida Herrera, and their son Emiliano “Emi”, who moved to Pittsburg from Mexico City, Mexico this semester.
They had a feeling that Pitt State would be a welcoming university for a family began before they even left Mexico.
“I think we received that impression since we were in Mexico, we didn’t have to stay here to see that friendly and welcoming and kind people from here..,” Hernandez said. “Then when we came, it was the same- or even bigger. It’s kind of hard to go to another place. Especially another country with another language and maybe different cultures or traditions… being here we really feel like we are not too far from our home. We are having a really great experience with all people.”
Read more.
Learn more about PSU's Master of Music here.
Learn more about PSU's Intensive English Program (IEP) here. |
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PSU welcomes first face-to-face international student to Caterpillar ThinkBIGGER program
Pittsburg State University’s Automotive Department boasts an extremely unique program. The Caterpillar ThinkBIGGER program at PSU has been the only program of its kind worldwide since its inception in 2001.
This semester, the program received their first in-person international student. Juan Cavero, of Peru, arrived in August with his family to study in the program, having completed the Caterpillar ThinkBIG program in 2004 at the Tecsup Technological Institute in Lima.
“…I heard about the option of being able to continue my studies at Pittsburg State University,” Cavero said. “At that time, it seemed like a dream to be able to come to the United States, study at PSU, and have the possibility of being able to work for Caterpillar.”
Read more.
Learn more about PSU's Caterpillar ThinkBIGGER program here.
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International Alumni Spotlight
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Pitt State construction management graduate lands job as Project Field Engineer
For Asim Mohammed, of India, choosing Pittsburg State University’s well-known Construction Management program for his masters was a choice that proved beneficial in helping him secure a job after graduating this past May.
Mohammed now works as a Project Field Engineer for Adolfson & Peterson Construction. Mohammed found the job through LinkedIn and after interviewing, was offered the job in three days. His decision to attend Pittsburg State University for his graduate degree was one of the key factors that gained him the initial interview.
“…The person who called me said that I have an impressive resume and he said ‘that I see that you graduated from Pittsburg State University,” Mohammed said. “He said he had heard great things about Pittsburg State University Construction Management program and would love to interview me.”
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Learn more about PSU's Construction Management graduate program here. |
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Pitt State's Department of Engineering Technology prepares students for success with practical experience
Pittsburg State University's Department of Engineering Technology offers programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level in a variety of emphasis areas. Emphasis areas include: Electronics Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology, and Construction Management (graduate only).
At Pitt State, Engineering Technology Programs are comprised of elements of the technological spectrum requiring scientific and engineering knowledge plus the operational methods and skills devoted to achieving practical purpose in support of product producing industries.
Learn more about The Department of Engineering Technology here. |
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PSU Intensive English Program (IEP) visit Kansas state capitol
Last month, some of our IEP students took a trip to the Kansas state capitol, Topeka! The group visited the Capitol building and several national historic sites such as the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site.
"...I enjoyed it a lot and above all I learned too much," said Frida Herrera, who attended the trip. "This type of activity is very stimulating to complement our English learning in the classroom."
Learn more about PSU's Intensive English Program (IEP) 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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