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Business, General Education, International Education

Study Abroad Ireland…Lifetime Learning Experience

Students on the beach in Ireland

This year, Moraine Park participated in a study abroad opportunity with other technical colleges to send students to Ireland for 2 weeks.  Our partner college in Ireland is the Waterford Institute of Technology and we work with them to expand students’ knowledge of business and explore issues from a global perspective. During this study abroad course, students participated in classes with Irish instructors and attend business tours while being immersed in another culture.


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June 14, 2018by Melanie Schroeder
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International Education, Student Life

Moraine Park Goes International!

Ireland countryside Moraine Park Technical College students are gearing up to study abroad this spring. Their destinations? Germany and Ireland!


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May 4, 2018by Kristina Haensgen
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International Education

Study Abroad in Gautemala

Guatemala Tours

Would you be interested in learning abroad? Would you like to experience a culture unique from your own? Would you like to make the difference in the lives of many? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is an opportunity for you. Join me as we travel on March 17th, 2018 to TecPan, Guatemala. Explore the beautiful country of Guatemala, experiencing the sights, food, music, and culture of this magnificent ancient Mayan civilization. Enjoy all of the beauty, while volunteering at the local schools helping the community with vision screenings.
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November 28, 2017by eziebell
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International Education

Study Abroad in Belize

Have you ever wanted to travel the world? Experience a different culture? Discover new places? Go on an amazing adventure?

You can do all of this and more on Moraine Park’s upcoming study abroad program in Belize. Belize is an English-speaking country in Central America with a rich culture and diverse natural resources ranging from tropical rain forest to coral reefs. We’ll be traveling to Southern Belize, where students will stay in a rural village, eat with local families and experience Mayan culture first-hand. While there, students will participate in numerous activities relating to sustainability and renewable energy such as:
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September 28, 2017by eyoon
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General Education, International Education, Student Life

Ireland Study Abroad – Ready for Takeoff

Group of study abroad students gather for photo

Study abroad participants going to Ireland gathered April 8 for orientation at FVTC. Individuals from Moraine Park, NWTC, CVTC, and MATC met each other for the first time and will soon be traveling across the ocean together.
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May 10, 2017by Corey Foster
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International Education, Student Life

Celebrate International Education Week!

International Education Week is November 14th – 18th!

Celebrate by learning more about international ed, the study abroad opportunities available, and participating in some fun activities. I will be at all three campuses over the next couple weeks to raise International Ed awareness and celebrate.
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November 11, 2016by Corey Foster
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International Education

Why Study Abroad?

No matter your age or program of study, there are hundreds of reasons to study abroad. Of course the obvious reason is it’s fun and a once in a lifetime experience, but did you know it helps you grow academically, professionally, and personally too?
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November 1, 2016by Corey Foster
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Student Life

Study abroad in Ireland!

group of students near Ireland mountains

Looking for a once in a lifetime opportunity? This is your chance! Travel to Ireland for two weeks in late May – early June.
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October 5, 2016by Corey Foster
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Community Engagement, Student Services & Support

What is Experience-Based Learning?

Females working on setting up a house frame

Looking to gain experience, have fun, boost your resume, and stand out from the competition? Get involved with Experience-Based Learning! You may ask, what is Experience-Based Learning? Well, Experience-Based Learning provides opportunities to students to get involved through Community Service, Service Learning, and International Education.

Still confused?

Well, my name is Corey Foster and I’m here to help as the new Experiential Learning Intern.
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September 20, 2016by Corey Foster
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