Stan and Karen Johnson
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
Welcome to the newest edition of Going Global, the newsletter that provides readers with information and reflections on the international experiences of GCC students. Presented by: The Stan and Karen Johnson Office of International Education Director: Dr. Lois Johnson Field Director: Dr. Mark Reuber Staff Assistant: Mrs. Jennifer Gilliland Student Advisors: Justine Simon, Reed Alioth, Pierre Elkoms, Precious Grieco, Jocelyn Halliley, Joel Kearney, Jesse Nelms and Lauren Schoeppner
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Students International in the Dominican Republic –June2017
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Students International Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic May 28June 9, 2018
Contact jlgilliland@gcc.edu or the OIE, HAL 319 to sign up or for more information Sign up DEADLINE: Dec 14, 2017! www.Stint.com
Team Leader: Mrs. Jennifer Gilliland from the GCC OIE staff (HAL 319)
Freshman – Seniors eligible to participate!
Meet GCC Office of International Education Founders Grove City College would not have the unique benefit of an Office of International Education were it not for the advocacy and financial backing of Stan and Karen Johnson. Johnson’s heart for Grove City College and its mission began early. After his GCC commencement in 1960, Johnson went on to pursue his MBA at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. His career took many turns, from management in the aerospace business, to the city government of Los Angeles, to becoming the director of technology and telecommunications for the port of Los Angeles. During his time as director, he oversaw 18 offices worldwide – a unique position that gave him the opportunity to travel. At the end of his career, he served as the president for the College’s Alumni Association from 1995 to 1996. During his tenure, he was passionate about forging connections with alumni and the college during his business travels, and he and Karen made it a habit to search for local alumni in every location they visited - from “A to Z… Australia to Zimbabwe.”
“The more you can expand your horizons to know about the world, society and people in general, the better off you will be. It’s not what you know technically, but it’s how you get along with people that is going to further your career.” – Stan Johnson
Stan Johnson served on the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees for the College for many years. As a trustee, Mr. Johnson had the opportunity to play an integral part in establishing the future vision of the College. During his time of service, he saw a great need to build international relationships that would enable Grove City College students to go abroad for a part of their undergraduate experience. After a time spent tirelessly casting his vision to the Board, they finally agreed and appointed him to take the initiative. In 2004, The Office of International Education was established in as a result of his work. In the months that followed this appointment, Mr. Johnson led the way in officially opening the office and building a solid team. Dr. Lois Johnson and Dr. Mark Reuber began a search for international opportunities and partnerships for the college. Together, they began exploring programs in Nantes, France, Chile and China.
“I am not a Grove City graduate, but I believe in it with all of my heart. The people of Grove City College are of the utmost quality and I feel blessed to know them. They have become my extended family and I feel so blessed to be allowed into the inner circle.” – Karen Johnson
When asked to recall those days, Stan Johnson stated that the process of building the office was much like being given a bicycle, and then actually learning how to ride it. The road forward wasn’t easy, but it was very much worth it. As he remembered, “I saw it was very beneficial for our students to get out of the Grove City bubble. Creating the Office of International education connected our students to opportunities internationally, and made them more marketable for international positions.”
Dedication of the Stan and Karen Johnson Student Lounge This past August, Stan and Karen Johnson visited the GCC European Study Center (ESC) in Nantes, France. They are well-acquainted with the center, having been instrumental in the early development of the ESC and the establishment of a full semester program in 2006, with the diligent work of Mark and Deb Reuber. The August visit culminated with the opening of the Stan and Karen Johnson Student Lounge, a key meeting point and recreational area for Grove City students living and studying at the ESC. Below is the dedication from the photo display in the lounge. Many thanks Stan and Karen!
This student lounge is dedicated to Stan and Karen Johnson, whose tireless efforts on the GCC board of trustees led to the creation of the Office of International Education (OIE) in 2004, and the European Study Center (ESC) in Nantes, France in 2006. The center is a unique feature of Grove City College, the Office of International Education, and the Engineering Program, since it provides an international semester study abroad experience to students who otherwise would not be able to study abroad for a semester. To date, approximately 4,200 students have participated in international programs through the OIE, including 700 students at the ESC, with semester, intersession, and summer internships. Thank you Stan and Karen! And thank you to the Reubers for their tireless efforts in Nantes, France, on behalf of Grove City College. Be proud of this unique and outstanding center and opportunity for our campus. Lois Larson Johnson, OIE Director During their retirement, The Johnsons haven’t slowed down in the slightest. They travel internationally for two to three months each year and continue to seek new adventures. They have traveled to 93 countries, but the most unforgettable trip they took together was in 2006 when they went to Rwanda to go gorilla tracking. Through a travel agent in Texas who had connections in Rwanda, the Johnsons arranged an excursion featuring silverback gorillas in their natural habitat. After hiking miles through the jungle and over volcanoes, they arrived to spend an hour with the native gorilla troop. The intent was to get 10 to 15 feet away at best, but to their amazement, they were able to get within inches of the gorillas.
By Justine Simon
2016-2017 Photo Contest Winners:
Short Term: Faculty Led Travel/ICO
San Andres, Guatemala
By: Rachael Christman
“While visiting a nearby medical center, I was able to frame the vast expanse of the land at the same time as capturing the daily life of a typical Guatemalan. God’s creation is shown so beautifully in both the experienced farmer, and the mountains and sky that rise over his cattle.”
Hato Mayor, Dominican Repulic By: Amanda Lunden
“I expected ICO Hato Mayor to be two weeks of selfless giving, loving on the Dominican people, and sharing Jesus with them through VBS programs, building a school, healing the people with medications that had previous been unavailable, and allowing people to see clearly for the first time through a free pair of glasses. While all of these things happened, I truly believe that the people saw the love of Jesus through our smaller acts, through playing basketball and Frisbee in the streets for hours, through holding crying babies, through praying with the sick, through chatting with the elderly, and through showing 4-year-olds how to blow bubbles for the first time.�
Summer Palace, Beijing, China By: Gabriel Cirio
Belmonte, Italy By: Jenna Hershberger “I chose this photo to describe my experience with Italian culture because meals are such an important aspect of Italian life. A normal dinner would last about two hours, and most nights we’d sit outside on this patio while watching the skies turn pink. Not only were culture, food, and natural beauty important parts of my Italian experience, but the people also really made the trip what it was, and we made some great memories during those long meals.”
London, England
By: Sydney Kincade
Great Wall, Beijing, China
“The Great Wall is one of the most iconic places in China and it definitely left a lasting impression on my heart. Traveling to China is something I will never forget, and I would love to go back soon.”
Athens, Greece By: Mary Buchanan “Along the seaside. Up the mountains. Within the city. You name the place and it will be adorned by beautiful flowers and plant life. My green thumb reveled in the beauty of God's creation while on the Greece and Italy May Intersession Trip. It was truly humbling”
By: Jenna Santoro
2016-2017 Photo Contest Winners:
Long Term: Study Abroad/Red Box
High Atlas Mountains, Morocco
By: Joel Kearney
“My study abroad program in Barcelona offered us the wonderful opportunity to visit Morocco for an extended weekend - boy what a cultural experience that was! When we finally arrived atop the High Atlas Mountains (where we would be staying for a few nights) after a long and daring bus ride, a swarm of these adorable Moroccan girls surrounded us shouting the only three English words they probably know: ‘I love you!’”
Lyon, France By: Lauren Schoeppner “Lyon has the most amazing open-air markets, during which streets upon streets are filled with vendors bringing fresh fruits, meats, cheeses, breads, pastries, flowers, and everything you could possibly want at very reasonable prices. Every Sunday morning, I would get my groceries for the week at the market along the Saone river, then sit by the water and enjoy delicious, flaky pastries while listening to the church bells.�
Zeus Temple, Athens, Greece By: Pierre Elkoms
China
By: David Shang
Buddhist Temple, Nanjing, China
“China contains a huge population and is constantly developing. In spite of this, daily life continues with the normal bike/moped riding and hustle and bustle of an open street market.�
By: Bryce Nelson
“I studied abroad with Veritas Christian Study Abroad in Cusco, Perú – so as part of my time I was able to serve with a Christian afterschool program on the outskirts of Cusco. This was one of the best experiences I had abroad! This picture is of “La Pampa” which is the all-purpose field for the residents of that community, especially the kids I worked with who loved using it to play soccer and “pato-pato-ganzo” (duckduck-goose). It is overlooked by some of the gorgeous Andes mountains as well!”
“La Pampa” Cusco, Peru
Prague, Czech Republic
By: Megan Snitchler
By: Emma Hosack
Abroad in Shanghai, China by: Reed Alioth ’18 When I began thinking about studying abroad, my first inclination was to look at Europe. Switzerland initially jumped to the forefront of my mind as a viable option, since I had taken many years of French during high school and in my first few years here at Grove City College. However, I had what would later turn out to be an amazingly impactful discussion with my advisor about my study abroad options, and he encouraged me to look at Shanghai. Wow, was that one of the best decisions I have ever made!
Being able to immerse myself in a completely foreign culture from the Western one I had grown up in was an invaluable experience. Even simple, everyday tasks like eating (learning how to survive using chopsticks was its own small victory) and ordering food suddenly became difficult. Yet, I can look back on my time and say that it was in these small areas that I grew the most. I was able to gain a newfound appreciation and respect for the Chinese people, and the beautiful history and tradition they have in their country. I would be remiss if I did not also include a shameless plug for some of the non-school related perks of studying in Shanghai. The capital, Beijing, is only a few hours away via high speed train. With two major airports located within the city (and a third apparently on the way), inexpensive travel throughout China is hassle free from Shanghai. Of course the vibrant city life itself offers plenty to do outside of day to day classwork. Chances are, whatever your interests, Shanghai will have something to offer you! My last wish would be to heavily encourage students here at Grove City to take advantage of the opportunities China has to offer.
During this course, students from will research, develop, and lead various public health projects including: * Canine Rabies Vaccine clinic * West Nile Vaccine clinic * Women's Health * Gardening/Nutrition * Cardiovascular/Exercise Health seminars.
Work with dogs, horses and more on the Crow Reservation in Montana. Spend the first week on campus and the second week on the Reservation!
For more information, email Dr. Tracy Farone: TSFarone@gcc.edu
Approved OIE Nov. 30, 2017
Germany Czech Republic
Prague Join Dr. McFeaters and Dr. Munson on a faculty led travel course during May of 2018. Email either MRMcFeaters@gcc.edu or PAMunson@gcc.edu for more information $4,950 BUSA 214, HUMA 301, or BUSA/ACCT/FNCE 260
Email MooreSG@gcc.edu for information or to sign up.
Freshmen Welcome!
Rou Jia Mo Recipe Ingredients •2 tsp coconut oil, divided •2 lb top round beef, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces •2 pieces star anise •2 bay leaves •2 pieces dried tangerine peels (about 1 inch by 3 inches each) •2 dried arbol chile peppers •1 tsp Szechuan peppercorns •1 4-inch cinnamon stick •1 piece black cardamom •1 tsp fennel seeds •1 tsp coriander seeds •1 tsp cumin seeds •1 yellow onion, thinly sliced •3 cloves garlic •1 2-inch piece ginger, sliced into 2 pieces •1/4 cup rice vinegar •3 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided •2 tbsp organic evaporated cane juice •2 cubanelle peppers, seeded and thinly sliced •1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced (with seeds) •4 green onions, coarsely chopped •6 homemade buns or whole-wheat English muffins •Olive oil cooking spray •1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs
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Preparation Brown the meat in a pan for approximately 6-8 minutes Prepare a bag of the combined spices mentioned in the ingredient list. Add the prepared spices to the meat, while also including 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, cane juice, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Strain beef and onions through a fine mesh sieve over a bowl to reserve broth, then discard spice bag and return broth to pan. Bring to a boil and reduce broth by half, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet on medium-high, heat remaining 1 tsp coconut oil on medium high. Add cubanelle and jalapeño peppers and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in beef and onion mixture, green onions, broth and remaining 1 tbsp soy sauce and cook, stirring and breaking up beef slightly, about 2 minutes. Set aside. Open the buns, add the mixed ingredients, and enjoy!