On December 3rd, the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program participated in its first ever Giving Tuesday event at the Copper Country Mall. Giving Tuesday takes place annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and provides an opportunity for local tax exempt nonprofits to encourage people to give back to their communities. Puti and Mary during their shift … Continue reading Celebrating Giving Tuesday
Lumpia Making with Kim: A Delicious Cultural Journey
On January 23, 2025, International Neighbors gathered for a delightful hands-on culinary experience led by Kimberly Ann M. Lopez, a multi-talented member of the Michigan Tech community. Kim, who is pursuing a B.S. in Civil Engineering at Michigan Technological University, also holds leadership roles as the President of the Chi Epsilon Michigan Tech Chapter, Secretary … Continue reading Lumpia Making with Kim: A Delicious Cultural Journey
Discover Your Leadership Potential: Keweenaw Community Foundation Event Recap
Leadership is not just a title or position—it's a mindset, a way of making a difference in your organization and community. On Thursday, January 23, 2025, Puti Ceniza represented EBLP and International Neighbors at an event hosted by the Keweenaw Community Foundation (KCF) in collaboration with Grow and Lead: Community and Youth Development (GLCYD). This … Continue reading Discover Your Leadership Potential: Keweenaw Community Foundation Event Recap
MTU Collaboration & Community Engagement: Strengthening Bonds Between Academia and Community
On January 14, 2025, Michigan Technological University (MTU) hosted a focus group titled Collaboration & Community Engagement in collaboration with Keweenaw Community Foundation, bringing together community members, nonprofit representatives, and MTU faculty to explore opportunities for meaningful partnerships. The event, led by Cassandra Reed-VanDam (Essential Education Experience Manager), aimed to bridge the gap between academia … Continue reading MTU Collaboration & Community Engagement: Strengthening Bonds Between Academia and Community
International Neighbors Winter 2025
Join us every Thursday from 10:00 AM to noon at Portage Lake United Church (1400 E Houghton Ave, Houghton, MI). Here are some highlights from our Winter Diary January - June 2025: January 16: Colombia with Maria Gencoglu Explore the vibrant culture of Colombia with our newest member Maria! January 23: Philippine Culture & Lumpia with Kimberly Lopez Immerse … Continue reading International Neighbors Winter 2025
Celebrating Giving Tuesday
On December 3rd, the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program proudly participated in the Copper Shores Giving Tuesday event at the Copper Country Mall. This inspiring gathering brought together a vibrant community of local nonprofits, each sharing their unique vision and mission while supporting one another's impactful work. It was a joy to connect with so many … Continue reading Celebrating Giving Tuesday
IELTS Test
By Cindy Febilia Hi, I’m Cindy from Indonesia. I want to tell you about my journey to take the IELTS test. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is an international standardized test of English language proficiency for non-native English language speakers. The IELTS test has two modules: Academic and General Training. I took the academic test because I need to apply … Continue reading IELTS Test
‘Singles’ Day’ – The Largest Annual Shopping Festival in China
by Yi Wang On November 11th, while the United States observes Veterans Day, on the other side of the world, people in China are experiencing the largest annual online shopping festival—Double Eleven. Originally called "Singles' Day" in China, it got its name because the number '1' resembles a stick, which humorously refers to single people … Continue reading ‘Singles’ Day’ – The Largest Annual Shopping Festival in China
Discover the Impact of Giving Tuesday with Denise Heikinen on Copper Shores #77 Podcast!
In this special episode from Copper Shores podcast (starting at minute 25), Denise Heikinen (Co-Director of the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program) sits down with the host to share insights into the transformative work being done through the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program. For years, this program has been empowering individuals in our community, fostering literacy and … Continue reading Discover the Impact of Giving Tuesday with Denise Heikinen on Copper Shores #77 Podcast!
Student Testimonial: Hertana Patria (Indonesia)
Hello, my name is Patria, and I'm from Indonesia. I'm thrilled to be part of this club! Without realizing it, I’ve now been a member for two years. I joined because my friend, Puti, who lives in Michigan, invited me. As a non-native English speaker, being in this club has been incredibly helpful for practicing my … Continue reading Student Testimonial: Hertana Patria (Indonesia)
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