Getting to Know Students from Lady Doak College: Abirame and Jebisha

Spencer Center staff member Kelsey Bantel sat down with Indian exchange students Abirame and Jebisha to explore some of their favorite things about India and the U.S.

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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Getting to Know Students from Ulster University: Anna Bruce

Spencer Center staff member Kelsey Bantel sat down with Irish exchange student Anna Bruce to explore some of her favorite things about Ireland and the U.S.

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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Activity Night

On February 21st, the Spencer Center hosted an activity night for exchange students and their friends. The students were divided into two teams and participated in a variety of activities, ranging from trivia to truth or dare. One of my …

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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Welcome Spring 2025 Exchange Students!

Spencer Center started this semester with a welcome party for the Spring 2025 exchange students. This year, we are thrilled to greet two new students from Lady Doak College in Madurai, India, and celebrate the return of three familiar faces …

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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End of Semester Farewell Party

On December 6th, the Fall 2024 exchange students gathered one last time to celebrate a memorable semester together. While it was bittersweet to bid farewell to our dear friends Naho and Mikoto, the evening was anything but somber. The holiday …

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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International Ed Week Karaoke & Game Night

This Tuesday, November 19th, in celebration of International Education Week in the US, the Spencer Center hosted a Karaoke and Game Night event. The activities offered included karaoke, complete with microphones from Assistant Director Raven Showalter, origami, Bananagrams, Dobble (aka …

By Sophie Wilkins
Sophie Wilkins Student Staff: Global Engagement Assistant
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Fall Game & Craft Night

On November 8th, exchange students and friends gathered in the Spencer Center for a lively Fall game and craft night. After selecting the perfect snacks, we started the night with a round of lighthearted charades. After a well-fought battle, team …

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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A Trip to Charlottesville

On October 19th, our exchange students and Spencer Center staff set off for an exciting day trip to Charlottesville together.

First, students explored the iconic Charlottesville City Market, where they enjoyed viewing stalls filled with handmade crafts, shopping for fresh …

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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Getting to Know Students from Doshisha Women’s College: Naho Enomoto

In October, Spencer Center staff member Kelsey Bantel sat down with Japanese exchange student Naho Enomoto to explore some of her favorite things about Japan and the U.S.

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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Getting to Know Students from Doshisha Women’s College: Mikoto Nigaki

On October 4th, Spencer Center staff member Kelsey Bantel sat down with Japanese exchange student Mikoto Nigaki to explore some of her favorite things about Japan and the U.S.

By Kelsey Bantel
Kelsey Bantel Student Staff: International Student Services
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