International Programs

We are committed to promoting international education, cross-cultural understanding, and global citizenship.

Programs

News and Events

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Study Abroad

Explore 11+ countries while earning credits, with scholarships available to make your global education affordable!

Study Abroad Programs

Global Studies

Heartland has a stated commitment to promote International Education and serve as a resource to unique and innovative learning opportunities for our community.

Global Studies Program

Important Resources

We keep you current on Federal Order updates and important resources so you can focus on achieving your goals.

International Professional Development

Heartland Community College offers a variety of employee professional development opportunities both internally and through external partnerships.

Goals

Professional Development in global education at Heartland Community College is coordinated by the Committee for Global Education and intends that all opportunities allow for the participants to demonstrate:

  • Familiarity with specific other cultures, countries, and regions  
  • Discipline-specific knowledge and skills related to internationalized content presented throughout the course 
  • Appreciation for the importance of culture and context in decision-making 
  • Successful navigation of cultural and linguistic differences

 


Contact Information

International Programs Office

Phone: 309-268-8033
Email: international@heartland.edu 

Gwen Lee

Associate Director, International Programs
Primary Designated School Official (PDSO)
Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO)
Email: gwen.lee@heartland.edu
Phone: 309-268-8043

Study Abroad

Zach Petrea

Study Abroad Coordinator
ICISP Representative
Email: zach.petrea@heartland.edu 
Phone: 309-268-8613

Emergency Reporting Form

Study Abroad Request Form

DACA/Undocumented Student Resource Liaison

Jessica Pickel

Dean of Students
Email: jessical.pickel@heartland.edu 
Phone: 309-268-8057

Meet Our Staff

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Gwen Lee

Associate Director, International Programs
Primary Designated School Official (PDSO)
Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO)
ICISP Host Institution Liaison

309-268-8043
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Zach Petrea

Study Abroad Coordinator
ICISP Representative

309-268-8613