How to Survive a Minnesota Winter
By: Paripa Michelle Ganou Located in the upper Midwest, Minnesota is one of the coldest US states during winter. In fact, Minnesota is famous for its winters! It may be a shock to your...
Author: Stephanie Trottier
Halloween 2019 [Photo Gallery]
The IEC hosted a pumpkin carving party on Halloween 10/31/2019. Many of our students carved pumpkins for the first time. They did a great job! Check out their work:
What is an I-20?
By: Rachid Ouedraogo Studying in the US can be a confusing process. There are many terms to learn and important things to remember. One of the most common questions when a student first starts...
Halloween in the U.S.
By: Paripa Michelle Ganou “When witches go riding and black cats are seen the moon laughs and whispers, ‘tis near Halloween.” ~ Author Unknown Have you ever celebrated Halloween? It’s a well-known holiday, but...
Is the IEC Right for Me?
By: Rachid Ouedraogo Are you interested in learning English? Is your goal to speak and write English fluently? An intensive English program (IEP) may be right for you. An intensive English program focuses on...
10 Things I’ve Learned as an ESL Teacher
By: Molly Sand, ESL Teacher Albert Einstein once said, “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” I chose this quote because it represents some of...
I was an Akita Activity Mentor
By: Rachid Ouedraogo The Intensive English Center of St Cloud State University has a strong relationship with Akita Prefecture, Japan, for decades. Our partnership with the Akita Prefectural Board of Education is a special...
The Student Visa (F-1) Process
By: Paripa Michelle Ganou Studying in the US as an international student may seem like a complicated and overwhelming process. There are many details you must know when planning to study abroad. However, thousands...
Challenge Yourself. Leave Your Comfort Zone.
By: Paripa Michelle Ganou The comfort zone can be defined as a safe environment where an individual can keep a routine that minimizes stress and risk. It is a comfortable mental space. Leaving your...
