Purpose
The International Committee fosters an understanding of the interconnectedness of global communities by providing education and raising awareness of cultures, heritage, and traditions. The Committee works with the MVCC Cultural Events Council and other committees to promote intercultural opportunities for the College community and to create and organize educational events and initiatives.

Charter Sponsor
Senate

Charter Contact
Committee Chair

Timeline
Bi-monthly meetings with extra meetings as needed

Membership
Emily Gifford, Coordinator of International Students, Co-Chair
Carolyn Pace, At-Large Faculty, Co-Chair
Sheila Flihan, Associate Dean
Alison Doughtie, At-Large Faculty
Gabriel Melendez, At-Large Faculty
Brandon Walcutt, At-Large Faculty
Alan Hazen, At-Large Faculty
Yue Riesbeck, At-Large Employee
Ibrahim Rosic, At-Large Employee
Bedour Soliman, Staff
Michelle Sebastian, Staff
Sara Miller, Staff
Aiko Kane, Staff

Does
Serve as a clearinghouse to review, evaluate, and make recommendations about international initiatives and efforts including study abroad
Serve as an advisory committee to the Campus on international initiatives and events
Support international opportunities for students, faculty, and staff
Work collaboratively with other educational institutions and/or community organizations to promote international education and awareness
Organize and participate in International Awareness and Education on- and off-campus.

Does Not
Discuss contractual issues

Guiding Points
Keep the College mission, with an emphasis on the student experience, front and center.
Research new ideas to enrich the students' educational experience.
Communicate and share information with other committees to coordinate initiatives and events.

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