Scalda’s Week of the International Experience

• Information session
  The week opened with an information evening about the cultural trips to Paris and Berlin.
• Inspiration session for staff
  Scalda colleagues explored developments in internationalisation. The shared experiences led to new ideas for lectures, study trips, internships abroad and projects.
• The English Week at Scalda Groen
  Students from Equine Studies followed practical lessons in English and visited companies with international clients. They experienced how essential language skills are in a rapidly expanding international sector.
• Online introduction with German students
  Before their visit to the European Parliament, Media Design students were introduced online to their German peers to get connected before their common trip to Brussels.
• Culinary journey
  Students from the Gastronomy and Bakery programmes prepared delicious international dishes. The restaurant served Mexican dishes, while the bakers made French and German specialties.
• International guest speakers
  A real estate agent from Dubai offered students a realistic view of working in an international context. With support from the Zeeland International Center, guest speakers from Portugal and Panama also shared their experiences with cultural adaptation and intercultural communication.
• English-taught sustainability class at UCR
  Students strengthened both their understanding of Sustainable Development and their English skills. A clear example of how collaboration within Zeeland enhances international competences.
• MBO conference ‘Internationalisation – let’s make it happen’
  Scalda colleagues joined workshops and exchanged experiences with education professionals from across the Netherlands.
• Cultural Connections: meeting with students from Tanzania
  Students from Zanzibar, who were visiting HZ University of Applied Sciences, took part in the Cultural Awareness class of Scalda’s technical students. The conversations about culture, expectations and diversity took place in an informal setting.

All in all, the Week of the International Experience showed how diverse internationalisation is, not only during a dedicated theme week, but throughout the entire year. In lessons, through collaboration with institutions such as HZ and UCR, Zeeland International Centre and thanks to international guest speakers and partner institutions abroad, Scalda continues building strong global skills.

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