Global Understanding Series

Delaware Technical Community College presents a Global Understanding Series that features programs and workshops free to the community, Delaware Tech students and staff. Global Series presentations and performances are generally 60 minutes long, and provide a personal perspective on a global issue, region, culture, or people.

Four different components comprise this new series:

Global Voices –provides a personal perspective on a global issues, region, culture, or people
Postcards from Abroad – presented by Delaware Tech staff and students from different cultures or who have participated in previous study abroad programs
Global Skills – interactive workshops which teach participants new skills they can use in a workshop activity
Culture & Arts – an immersion in dancing, cooking, traditional dress or theater

Dover - Spring 2018 Events and Guidelines

DATE	EVENT
Tues., Jan. 9	Welcome Days: Spring Resource Fair As you kick off your spring semester, come find out about traveling abroad, upcoming DTCC destinations, and how to incorporate this exciting opportunity in your program. This event is for informational purposes; participants do receive a passport stamp. Terry Lobby 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Tues., Feb. 20	Arts & Culture: Terracotta Warriors Excursion to Franklin Institute Philadelphia, PA Take a journey through one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in history — China’s Terracotta Warriors are in the United States for a limited time! Transportation and ticket entry provided at discounted rate: $5 students, $10 employees. RSVP with payment to Lisa Peel (lpeel@dtcc.edu) by February 2, 2018 to confirm your spot. Depart campus 8:30 a.m. Return at approx. 4 p.m.
Tues., Feb. 27	Global Skills: Taking the Right Risks Presented by Taryn Tangpricha and Stacey Hoffer Are you a risk taker or do you “play it safe?” Inspired by the late entrepreneur and community leader Matt Haley, this workshop will help you use informed risk-taking to achieve success and reach your goals, whether it’s joining a new club, applying for a new job, or traveling to an exciting new destination. Downes Lecture Hall 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Thurs., Mar. 29	Global Voices: International Festival Students from all over the world study at Delaware Tech, and this is your chance to meet them. International students will bring food to sample from their native countries, host educational displays, and perform dances. This event is full of great food and fun for everyone! CTC 400 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Tues., Apr. 17	Postcards from Abroad: Service Learning Abroad Panel Join us to hear about the learning experiences that took place with our nursing and human services study abroad programs this spring. Downes Lecture Hall 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Georgetown - Spring 2018 Events and Guidelines

DATE	EVENT
Thurs, Jan. 18	Arts and Culture: Art Around the World Calling all crafters! See demos and create traditional crafts from different regions of the world at this Welcome Days event. All materials will be provided, and you can take your projects home with you! Fireside Lounge (SSC) 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fri., Feb. 23	Black History Month: Harriet Tubman Tour Join us for an unforgettable tour of the life of Harriet Tubman in Cambridge, MD. We will be stopping at several locations that impacted her life as well as the new Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park located in Church Creek, MD. Meet us in front of the Student Services Building at 9 am for a day of learning about a fascinating woman you only thought you knew! $5 to reserve a seat (money returned on the bus); open to DTCC students/staff and guests (over age 18). Lunch is on your own. Email amy.russell@dtcc.edu to reserve a seat. Bus Trip
Mar. 1-31	Global Skills: Global Scavenger Hunt Sharpen your trivia skills and put on your walking shoes, because the Global Understanding Series has a scavenger hunt for you! If all of your answers are correct, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a gift card. Teams can be up to 3 members. Visit the Global Scavenger Hunt website Submit completed form by 3/31/18
Thurs., Mar. 29	Global Voices: International Day Students from all over the world study at Delaware Tech, and this is your chance to meet them! International students will bring food from their native countries, host educational displays, and perform on stage. This event is full of great food and fun for everyone! Dining Hall (SSC) 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Tues., Apri. 17	Postcards from Vietnam: Service Learning Abroad Celebrate National Volunteer Week! Did you know that Delaware Tech students went to Vietnam over spring break? Come learn about their experiences abroad and their service learning projects at orphanages in this unique country. Theater 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Stanton and George - Spring 2018 Events and Guidelines

DATE	EVENT
Thurs., Feb. 8	Global Skills: Reducing Stress with Mindfulness Learn about the cultural elements of mindfulness and personal development to help destress your daily life through a presentation and interactive activities. Light refreshments will be provided. Stanton C234A, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. George Conference Ceenter Rooms A & B, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Thurs., Feb. 22	Arts & Culture: Black History Month Arts Festival Celebrate and explore art from black cultures around the world (including non-African Black culture) and enjoy performances by traditional-style African drummers. International food will be offered. Organized by Student Affairs in collaboration with International Education. George Campus Cafeteria, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wed., Mar. 7	Postcards from Abroad: Study Abroad Showcase Join instructors and your fellow students as they share their study abroad experiences through pictures and stories, and learn about study abroad opportunities at the College! Light refreshments will be provided. Stanton Campus Lobby, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Mon., Mar. 26	Global Voices: International Fashion Show Join fellow international students from Delaware Tech as they showcase fashions from around the world! You will also have an opportunity to sample food from countries presented in the show. George Conference Center, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Wed., Apr. 18 (S) Thurs., Apr. 19 (W)	Postcards from Abroad: Service Learning Abroad Panel Would you like to learn about traveling abroad while making a difference in another country? Come and interact with Delaware Tech students who have worked on projects that have had a positive impact on communities in Vietnam and the Dominican Republic. Guests will hear about students’ experiences over spring break 2018, and participate in a Q&A. Light refreshments will be provided. Stanton Conference Center, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. George Conference Center Rooms A & B, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Mon., Apr. 30 (S) Wed., May 2 (W)	Arts & Culture: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration Take a break from studying and come dabble in the arts! Activities include: tai chi, yoga, origami making, haiku writing, and/or sand raking. Activities will be available throughout the day, but you must attend one of the 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. events to register to win the study abroad experience. George Conference Center Rooms A & B & Stanton Conference Center: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Resources for Students and Staff

Instructions for Obtaining Your Delaware Tech Passport

Stanton/Wilmington and Dover: Bring the Passport Application Form to your campus International Education Coordinator or next Global Understanding event.

Georgetown: You can get a Global Understanding passport to track your participation in the Series by going to Rm. 303B in the Arts & Sciences Building or asking at any Global Understanding event. Just fill out the DTCC Passport Application Form and bring your student/staff ID card.