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

photo contest 2016

Global Understanding International Photo Contest

The theme of the photo competition is international education. Photo entries should depict a scene that demonstrates the value of experiencing different cultures abroad. All current Delaware Tech students and faculty are invited to submit photographs documenting a significant personal experience during a time of studying, living or working in another country. This includes study abroad, travel abroad, living experiences and the experiences of international students studying at the College. Please note that photos of international students at Delaware Tech should depict an experience or impression of the U.S., not the home country.

The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 28, 2016.

Photos submitted by students will be awarded the following prizes:

1st Place: $75 gift card
2nd Place: $50 gift card
3rd Place: $25 gift card
Honorable Mention

Learn more about the International Photo Contest and how to enter.

Dover - Fall 2016 Events and Guidelines

DATE	EVENT
Aug. 23	Global Skills: Welcome Days Resource Fair & Club Expo As you kick off your semester, come find out about traveling abroad, upcoming Delaware Tech study abroad destinations, and the scholarship opportunities that can help you get there. Terry Mall (rain location ETB 727) 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Aug. 25	Arts & Culture: Welcome Days: Game On Games Around the World Join us to compete in games from around the world. Competitors will have the opportunity to participate in traditional games from each of our 2017 study abroad destinations ranging from quoits, a ring toss game from Ireland, to the choclate game from Switzerland. Terry Mall ( rain location ETB 727) 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sept. 28	Global Voices: Postcards from Cuba Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning more about Cuba. Our faculty and staff at Delaware Tech recently had the opportunity to visit Cuba in a people-to-people exchange for professional development. As the U.S. and Cuba embark on a more friendly relationship, many changes are taking place. Come to this special postcards event to hear from those who visited Cuba and learn firsthand about this "tragically beautiful" and complicated place. CTC 407 A/B Bring Your Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Oct. 12	Arts & Culture: Martial Arts and Storytelling Learn more about this dynamic style of communication and how martial artists use their bodies to tell a story. Downes Lecture Hall 12 - 1 p.m.
Oct. 18	Global Skills: Study Abroad Fair Think outside the classroom - and the country! Get the scoop on upcoming Delaware Tech study abroad destinations, and the scholarship opportunities that can help you get there. Meet instructors leading this year's programs and students who went abroad last year to find out what studying abroad can do for you. Terry Building Lobby 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Nov.7 - Dec.2	Arts & Culture: International Photo Contest, Exhibit and Reception Explore the world through photos submitted by students and staff to celebrate International Education Week! We'll announce the winners of the photo contest and the free study abroad experience at the reception. Photo Exhibit: Nov 7 - Dec 2. Reception: November 16 at 3pm. All located in the SET Building
Dec. 5	Global Voices: Celebrations Around the World Join students from our International Student Service Club to learn about holiday customs and taste cuisine from regions around the world! Terry Building Lobby 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Georgetown - Fall 2016 Events and Guidelines

DATE	EVENT
Aug. 30	Postcards from Abroad: Snack Around the World Come experience a little taste of the 2016 study abroad destinations! Meet students who have studied abroad and pick up a snack from each country. Fireside Lounge (SSC) 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sept. 1	*Arts & Culture: Regret to Inform* Documentary** Watch the documentary Regret to Inform, a powerful story about the legacy of the Vietnam War. The filmmaker travels to Vietnam to see the place where her husband died and interviews other American and Vietnamese widows. Theater (A&S) 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sept. 20	Global Voices: Reflections on Cuba Experience Cuba through the eyes of Delaware Tech faculty members as they discuss their learning experiences on the 2016 Professional Development Program to Cuba. Part of Hispanic Heritage Month Theater (A&S) 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Oct. 20	Global Skills: Study Abroad Fair Think outside the classroom - and the country! Get the scoop on upcoming Delaware Tech study abroad destinations, and the scholarship opportunities that can help you get there. Meet instructors leading this year's programs and students who went abroad last year to find out what studying abroad can do for you. Fireside Lounge (SSC) 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Oct. 25	Global Skills: Taking the Right Risks 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 club, applying for a new job, or traveling to an exciting new destination. Room 344 (A&S) 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Nov. 3	Global Voices: OxFam Hunger Banquet Life isn't fair - and neither is this. At the Oxfam America Hunger Banquet where you sit and what you eat are determined by the luck of the draw. Change the way you think about poverty and hunger! Fireside Lounge (SSC) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Nov.7 - Dec.2	Arts & Culture: International Education Week Photo Contest and Reception Explore the world through photos submitted by students and staff to celebrate International Education Week! We'll announce the winners of the photo contest and the free study abroad experience at the reception. Theater Lobby (A&S) Photo Exhibit: Nov. 7 - Dec. 2, Photo reception: Nov. 16, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Stanton and George - Fall 2016 Events and Guidelines

DATE	EVENT
Sept. 22	Postcards from Abroad: Cuba* Experience Cuba through the eyes of Delaware Tech faculty members as they discuss their learning experiences on the 2016 Professional Development Program to Cuba. Part of Hispanic Heritage Month George Conference Center: 10 -11:30 a.m.* Stanton Conference Center: 12:30 - 2 p.m.
Oct. 13	Arts & Culture: Hispanic Heritage Festival Celebrate the rich cultural offerings of Hispanic heritage through music, food, and more! George Conference Center 12:30 p.m.
Oct. 17 and 19	Global Skills: Study Abroad Fair Think outside the classroom - and the country! Get the scoop on upcoming Delaware Tech study abroad destinations, and the scholarship opportunities that can help you get there. Meet instructors leading this year's programs and students who went abroad last year to find out what studying abroad can do for you. Light refreshments will be served. Stanton Lobby: Monday, October 17, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. George Conference Center Lobby: Wednesday, October 19, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Nov. 14	Global Voices: OxFam Hunger Banquet Life isn't fair - and neither is this. At the Oxfam America Hunger Banquet where you sit and what you eat are determined by the luck of the draw. Change the way you think about poverty and hunger! George Conference Center 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Nov. 16	Arts & Culture: International Education Week Photo Contest and Reception Explore the world through photos taken by Delaware Tech students and staff to celebrate International Education week! Photos will be displayed throughout the week, but please join us for the announcement of winners on 11/16. George Conference Center: 11 a.m. Stanton Conference Center: 11 a.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.