The Simpson Intercultural Center located on the Whatcom Community College campus, aims to build connections, and create a sense of community for the diverse student population. The Intercultural Center believes connections are important, and that students learn better when they study together. Building these connections is integral to the learning…
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International Student Enrollment figures down
Some blame political climate and issues with student visas for the dip in enrollment. On a yearly basis, the International Student Programs that Whatcom Community College offers bring new students from different parts of the world to the campus. These foreign students do not only represent a financial benefit for…
International Programs celebrates diversity
By Elisa Espinoza Since it was established in 1967, Whatcom Community College’s founder Harold G. Heiner had the purpose of internationalizing the school. Heiner believed that by bringing in students from different countries and cultures, the college could achieve greater institutional diversity. Today, the International Programs staff works to preserve…
Divided by seas, united by education
By: Jamie Leigh Broten Students from around the world gathered to discuss the topic of education at the Global Panel event hosted by Whatcom Community College in the Heiner Theater on May 1, with around 100 community members in attendance. Iris Anthony, Whatcom’s international housing coordinator and advising assistant,…
Whatcom expands international programs
Increases in demand prompt expansions