GECP News and Updates, Nov. 12, 2021

GECP News & Updates

Friday, Nov. 12, 2021

GECP E-Board: Nov. 18 Kick-Off Meeting, Elections in Dec.

Overview

Based on discussion at student-led meeting Nov. 4, GECP will re-launch student Executive Board (E-Board).
Attend meeting Nov. 18, 5:30-7:00pm (Erickson Hall Room 111) to learn more and finalize roles and position descriptions. **A large turnout will ensure many voices and ideas shape the positions created. Please join this Nov. 18 meeting if you're able.**

Tentative timeline

After Nov. 18 meeting, Alyssa will circulate roles and position descriptions to GECP students.
Dec. 1: Students interested in running for positions will submit bios through an online form. Alyssa will distribute bios to all GECP students so they can consider the candidates.
Dec. 13: Elections for positions will occur virtually, with all votes cast by Dec. 13 and results announced shortly thereafter.
E-Board will begin meeting in Jan 2022.

Who should run for E-Board?

Students across all cohort years will be needed for positions.

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Featured Global Experience: Reeves Scholars Program

Reciprocal exchange between future teachers at MSU and at University of Cape Coast (UCC) in Ghana
Junior and senior teacher education students eligible
Program includes: 1 semester-long seminar (Spring 2022) + 4 weeks of high-impact travel mid-May to mid-June 2022
Donor-funded program; limited out-of-pocket costs
Application due Nov. 30
Visit Reeves Scholars website for application and further details

The Reeves Scholars Program (RSP) is a reciprocal exchange between future teachers at Michigan State University (MSU) in the United States and at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) in Ghana. It offers a close-knit learning community and international trave

Nov. 19 Education Abroad Info Session Updates: Registration deadline extended to Nov. 17. Options to join virtually or in-person. Updated flyer:

Highlights:

Friday, Nov. 19, 10:30-11:30am
Presentations and Q&A with education abroad offices and academic advisors
Consideration of both virtual and in-person exchanges
Register by Nov. 17
Join In-Person or Virtually: Erickson Hall Room 252 (In-Person). https://msu.zoom.us/j/94282342062 (Passcode: EdAbroad)

Upcoming campus events

Coffee Hour through Office for International Students and Scholars: Fri. Nov. 12, 4-6pm, International Center, Spartan Rooms B&C (website)

Virtual Study Abroad Brown Bag: Tues. Nov. 16, 11-12:30, Erickson Hall, Room 133-F

Peace Corps Prep Program Launch and Information Session: Tues. Nov. 16, 4-5pm, International Center, Room 303 (website)

Tea Time and Crafts through the Office of International Studies in Education: Wed. Nov. 17, 2:00-3:00pm, Erickson Hall, Room 252.

Education Abroad Information Session: Fri. Nov. 19, 10:30-11:30am, Erickson Hall, Room 252.

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Student Spotlight: Ivy Ly (she/her/hers)

What is your favorite place to be?

My favorite place to be is at any of the bubble tea shops here in East Lansing. I like to study and do some homework while enjoying my milk tea.

What are your hobbies?

A longtime hobby that I have is watching anime because I grew up watching it with my mom. Some examples of what I like are One Piece, Naruto, and Inuyasha.

What is your favorite book?

The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir, by Thi Bui

Why did you join GECP?

I joined GECP because it aligned well with my studies as a world language major. I also liked how this program is focused on global and international perspectives and encourages us to find solutions to educational issues locally and globally.

Do you have any secret talents?

A random secret talent is being able to read a passage upside down.

GECP Faculty News: Bethany Wilinski's 'Project PLAY' Featured

A recent story in the Community Engaged Learning Index describes GECP Faculty Director Bethany Wilinski's play-based learning project.
Wilinski, with colleagues in Tanzania and graduate students from MSU, collaborated to create online materials to support teaching through play.
This project contributes to MSU's work with the Tanzania Partnership Program.

The above photo comes from the Partnerships for Sustainable Community Development website.

Notes and miscellany

International Education Week is Nov 15-19: "International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences." -International Education Week website

Call for content: Would you like to share an event, announcement, or advocacy opportunity with the GECP community? Email Alyssa to have it included in the newsletter.

GECP Newsletter Archives: Past copies of GECP newsletters are saved on the GECP Blog.

Missing a water bottle? Two very nice water bottles were found at the Oct 7 GECP welcome event. Terry Yuncker in the TE department (room 313) is holding onto them. You can pick them up any weekday 7am-4pm.

Ways to reach GECP Coordinator, Alyssa Morley

Stop by Erickson Hall Room 330 during GECP Drop-in Hours: Tuesdays 10am-12pm
Book a meeting through Alyssa's Calendly Page
Email morleya2@msu.edu