UNIVO Language and Culture Program
We just said goodbye to our friends from UNIVO. Over the course of a few weeks we had this group of students for a language and culture experience. The first few days after arriving...
Category: American Culture
Culture Shock
Many international students can have a difficult time adjusting to life in the US. If you are experiencing this, you may be going through culture shock. Culture shock is a phenomenon that travelers experience...
IEC Trip: Tri-County Humane Society
The IEC students took a trip to the Tri-County Humane Society (TCHS) in St. Cloud. A humane society may also be called an “animal shelter”. This place takes care of abandoned or stray animals,...
Spring Break in the US
By: Michelle Ganou Have you ever heard of “spring break”? Spring break is a popular tradition in American universities. You may have something similar in your country. Most American schools divide the school year...
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:
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...
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...
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...
My IEC Experience
by: Paripa Michelle Ganou All of us have goals to reach, challenges to overcome, and things to accomplish. As a student, the ultimate goal is to have the best educational experience possible in order...
