Office of International Education Newsletter Winter 2003-04 Issue
HOST Families Sought To House International Visitors Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have someone living abroad share their ideas, culture and language with you and your family? Visiting students and educators are anxious to meet and learn from you, too. Opportunities to host a short-term visitor for a few days, a month, or even up to a full school year are available. Our office works with host families throughout each hosting period. Here are just a few situations for you to open your home and heart to: § April or May: two, 2-week host families are needed. § April-May: four, 1-month host families are needed. § August 2004 – May 2005: two host families are needed the entire school year. We hope you think seriously and act quickly about this unique opportunity. For more information: § Attend the International Afternoon Break Session on “Hosting Internationals”, Thurs. Feb. 12, 4:00 p.m., Room S116, § Call 414-297-7765, or § Visit Milwaukee Campus Room M224.		ICISP Educator Exchange Photo courtesy of the MATC Times, November 2003 MATC, a member of the Illinois Consortium for International Studies and Programs (ICISP), encourages educators to look beyond the U.S. for professional and personal opportunities. For two weeks, educators travel abroad and live in each other’s homes, attend each other’s classes, and learn about their host’s educational system. MATC will again participate during 2004-05. 2004-05 program information has already been distributed via GroupWise e-mail. DON’T WAIT TO APPLY! 2003-04 Dates: þ MATC receives educators: October 12-25, 2003 þ MATC sends educators abroad: May 8-22, 2004 2004-05 Dates: þ Application deadline: March 15, 2004 þ MATC receives educators: October 16-30, 2004 þ MATC sends educators abroad: May 7-21, 2005

China Cultural Study Tour Imagine cruising down the Yangtze River, viewing valleys and gorges where civilizations began, feeling the modern city of Shanghai’s success, and standing in Tiananmen Square! If you have been thinking about traveling to China but just don’t know how to put together this trip of a lifetime, consider joining Alex Li as he conducts China Cultural Study Tours IX and X. Submit your reservation today. 2004 Dates: Ø Orientation Date: February 21, 2004 Ø Spring Tour: April 9-20, 2004 Ø Summer Tour: June 11-22, 2004 Ø For more information call 414-297-7765	Maxine Lubenow Scholarship Fund Update The Maxine Lubenow Scholarship award helped pay tuition costs for MATC students studying in Cuernavaca, Mexico December 26, 2003 – January 18, 2004. Without these $300.00 awards, some individuals may not have been able to experience this unique learning opportnity. Thank you to everyone at MATC for donating to this fund through the Giving Campaign and other means. Your gifts have made a difference in the lives of our students.
WTCS Summer Institute June 1,2 and 3, 2004 Mark your calendars now to attend the 2004 WTCS Summer Institute on Internationalizing the Curriculum, Bring the World to your Students! Mid-State Technical College will host this year’s conference in Wisconsin Rapids. § If you are interested in presenting a session, contact Sandy Clark at: Sandy.Clark@mstc.edu § Watch your GroupWise e-mail for further announcements and applications to attend.	1-Month Student Internship Program Quebec, Canada Business Administration faculty have an opportunity to enhance their students’ educational experience by encouraging them to travel to Canada and complete a month long, nonpaying internship. What an opportunity! Students accepted in this program will travel to Quebec, live with a family for a total immersion experience, and work within their program industry. Encourage Your Students to Apply Today Mid-April through mid-May internships are available. Information is available at the Milwaukee Campus Room M224; telephone 414-297-7765
WTCS International Education Committee The standing committee on international education is composed of representatives from all 16 college districts and was established in 1994 to facilitate internationalization throughout the Wisconsin Technical College System. The committee’s work includes initiatives in professional development for students, faculty and staff; curriculum development; sponsoring the annual summer institute on internationalizing curriculum; and collaboration on activities to foster globally competent citizens. MATC is represented by Rahim Setoodeh, Joanne Johnson-Clauser, Tony Baez (ISA rep.) and Barbara Cannell (committee chairperson).

MATC International Education (I.E.) Committee Twenty MATC faculty and staff donate time as members of the International Education Committee. Projects these individual work on include: Providing recommendations on FIPSE direction, procedures and practice I.E. activities college-wide. Reviewing MATC student scholarship applications. Writing grants and Applications for I.E. projects, including Fulbright projects. ICISP MATC educator applications, selecting college representatives as hosts of visitors from Europe in October 2004, and as travelers to Europe in 2005.		Program for North American Mobility in Higher Education (FIPSE 3-DEE) Student Exchange Program
		During January, Mequon Campus Environmental and Pollution Control Technology students Jennifer Adams and Julie Radermacher will spent 3 weeks in Mexico studying at Universidad Tecnológica de Tula-Tepeji in a similar program, visit industry sites and analyze pollution and water. Final project criteria include developing web-based activities to facilitate relationship-building and creating a greater knowledge base. Stipends and scholarships support the students participating in this unique learning experience. Later this year, students from Mexico and Canada will participate in the program by traveling to Wisconsin, living with “host” families, and attending classes at Mequon Campus. This is the first time exchanges have occurred in this five-year project.
MATC International/Ethnic Fest XXI March 15-19, 2004 Mark your calendars and clear your schedules for “Doorways To The World” This weeklong program celebrates MATC’s diverse student and employee populations. Ongoing activities during the week occur with the dedication, volunteerism, and participation of students, faculty, staff, and visiting scholars and speakers. Help plan or present a session. For more information: E-mail Henry at esquiveh@matc.edu or Veronica Rogers at rogersv@matc.edu (ISO student co-chairs) Or call Jill at 78319 or Joanne at 77765 (MATC advisor co-chairs)		Internationally Active MATC Employees
		Charlie Dee Evonne Carter Patricia Roberts and Barbara Anderson Carol Loomis Barbara Cannell	§ 2003-04 Norway– Fulbright Scholar Recipient § January – Germany, Presenting an Assessment Program § May – The Netherlands, ICISP Educator Exchange § May – Finland ICISP Educator Exchange § June – Germany, Fulbright Scholar Recipient
	Did You Know? During 2003-04: § 47 international students are studying at MATC (not including graduates or newly transferred students). § Students Represent: Albania, Cameroon, Canada, Ghana, India, Japan, Jamaica, Kenya, Korea, Laos, Lebanon, Malawi, Mexico, Niger, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Georgia, Russia, Serbia, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and Zimbabwe.

Fox Valley Technical College 2-Week European Study Experience Unique Way for Students to Earn 3 Credits Encourage your students to look into this great option to earn elective or general education course requirements in their program. Germany, The Netherlands and Denmark will work with students studying in these occupational areas: Ø Accounting, Automotive Technology, Business Administration, CIS, Culinary Arts, Early Childhood Education, Electromechanical Technology, and Marketing. 2004 Dates: Ø Spring through summer 2004. Ø Dates and final destinations vary by occupational program. Ø For more details call 414-297-7765 or visit Room M224 at the Milwaukee Campus.

Professionals Abroad! Mexico Study Tour During the holiday break, 36 individuals visited the city of Cuernavaca, Mexico, to study the Spanish language and learn about Mexico’s culture. Participants returned and continue their studies at MATC or use their new language skills in job positions across the community. Seven students from this group received scholarship awards to supplement tuition costs while in Mexico from the Maxine Lubenow Scholarship Fund. This is the seventh year MATC offered this very popular study abroad program. Don’t miss out; join one of the 2004 groups! 2004 – 2005 Dates: § Summer Study Tour: July 29 – August 7, 14, 21, or 28, 2004 § Winter Study Tour: Dec. 30, 2004 – January 8, 15, 22, or 29, 2005 § For more information call 414-297-7765 or visit Room M224 at the Milwaukee Campus.

Great International Resources At these Websites! ACIIE (American Council on International Intercultural Education: www.aciie.org ACE (American Council on Education): www.acenet.edu CCID (Community Colleges for International Development: www.ccid.cc CIES (Council for International Exchange of Scholars: www.cies.org FIPSE: www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/index.html?src=oc ICEED (International Consortium for Education and Economic Development:: www.iceed.net IIE (Institute of International Education): www.iie.org NAFSA (Association of International Educators): www.nafsa.org

Collaborative Programs and Opportunities for Educators

Hmong at Heart Exhibit The Madison Children's Museum has been working with United Refugee Services and KajSiab House to develop an exhibit introducing children to Hmong life and culture. Contact www.ursw.org for more information.

Scholar Access Grant UW-Madison Global Studies Program Faculty, check out this web site to learn about a grant award available for research and course development in international and global studies: http://wiscinfo.doit.wisc.edu/globalstudies/awards/Awards_n_Grants.htm $750.00 Grant awards cover: þ Transportation to Madison þ Lodging up to 7 days, May 15 – August 10, 2004 þ Per diem and miscellaneous research expenses The application deadline is March 31, 2004.

Island Ecology Environmental Study Tour to Puerto Rico Faculty, take advantage of this all inclusive Wisconsin Environmental Education Center environmental education course offering teachers a two-week experience in Puerto Rico during Summer 2004. Wisconsin teachers can learn 3-graduate credits to study Island Ecology. The program includes: { All inclusive: flight, meals and lodging, { Special exchange opportunities with Puerto Rican teachers, { 3-graduate credits consisting of: 1‑credit - online course in the spring, 2 credits – earned in Puerto Rico June 17 - July 1, 2004. Contact Information: { Dennis Yockers at dyockers@uwsp.edu , dyockers@uwsp.edu, 715.346.4943, { Susan Ermer sermer@uwsp.edu , sermer@uwsp.edu, 715.346.4349. { Application and deadline information at: WEEC Puerto Rico https://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/wcee/puerto%20rico/Index.htm

2004-05 NSEP Boren Scholarships for Study Abroad -- Deadline February 12, 2004 & David L. Boren undergraduate scholarships for study abroad during summer 2004, fall 2004, and spring 2005 are available through the Institute of International Education. This NAFSA Global Partner is currently accepting applications for the 2004-05 National Security Education Program (NSEP). & Scholarships provide: o Funding for U.S. students to study abroad in Asia, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, the NIS, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Middle East. o Awards ranging from a max $10,000 a semester to $20,000 for an academic year. & For details and an application, go to: http://www.iie.org/nsep. Ghana – Summer of 2004 PIER-African Studies of the Council on African Studies at the Yale Center for International and Area Studies has applied for a Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad (GPA) grant to lead about 14 teachers/educators for curriculum development. We are accepting applications now for early selection of participants, but final notification will be made PENDING acceptance and funding of the project by the U. S. Dept. of Ed. Information and application packet available at: http://www.yale.edu/ycias/african/ghana.htm Reply-to: outreach-asa@ccat.sas.upenn.edu

Teach 9 Months in Africa Listed below are just a few of the programs available during the 2004-05 academic year. Additional information is available at: www.ifesh.org
BENIN – Teacher Training (fluent in French). DJIBOUTI – Teacher Training, Teaching ESL (must have computer skills and be fluent in French. Selected teachers will teach at H. S. and some at the main U. in Djibouti City.) ETHIOPIA – Teacher Training at U./Teacher Training Colleges, Teaching English to Trainee Teachers, Teaching Computer at Voc. Instit./U. level, Health Ed. at U. Level. GHANA – Teacher Training and Training of Trainers.	GUINEA – Teacher Training, Gender Equity and Teaching ESL (must be fluent in French). International Foundation for Education and Self-Help (FESH) offers active and especially retired teachers the following placements for 2004-05: MALAWI – Teacher Training both at the U. and Teacher Training Colleges, Special Ed. Teachers Trainers. NAMIBIA – Teacher Training, Voc. Training, Computer Training, Business Ed., Training in various Tourism Industry or Educational Administration (proposal writing, project monitoring and evaluation) and Adviser.
Staying Current. Go to http://webcalendar.matc.edu/ for latest information on International Education events. What Did We Miss??? Do You Have Study Abroad Information to Share Contact us with international activities you know about, and which can be included in our next publication.	Office of International Education Milwaukee Area Technical Collage 700 W. State Street Milwaukee WI 53233-1443 Room M224 Tel: 414-297-7765 Fax: 414-297-6378 · Ms. Barbara A. Cannell Director, Articulation, Transfer and International Education cannellb@matc.edu · Ms. Joanne V. Johnson-Clauser johnsojv@matc.edu