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Our Mission

To offer students transformational experiences and skills to excel as leaders in the world community through quality education that promotes a sustaining awareness to diversity, equity, and global engagement.

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Our Vision

To make the world a better place, one student at a time.

We Are Here to Help

The Global Education staff and the Community Colleges of Spokane staff are here to help you have a great experience during your time studying in the United States. We know you may have a lot of questions before you apply, as you plan your move to Spokane and while you are studying here. If you have questions, email us at globalprograms@ccs.spokane.edu.

Global Education Offices – Your Home Base

In-person assistance may be limited however, so please contact us at (509) 533-8885 or Globalprograms@ccs.spokane.edu for more information or an appointment. 

Spokane Community College

Majda Ritchie, DSO
Global Education Manager
Building 6, Lair, CID, Office 115G
509-533-8885
Majda.Ritchie@ccs.spokane.edu

Alyona Ryan, DSO
Admissions Specialist
Building 6, Lair, CID, Office 115K
509-344-9743
Alyona.Ryan@scc.spokane.edu

Spokane Falls Community College

Amber McKenzie, PDSO
Assistant Dean of Global Education & Strategic Partnerships
Building 17, SUB, Room 106
509-533-3122
Amber.McKenzie@ccs.spokane.edu

Carolin Gipple, DSO
Retention Specialist
Building 17, SUB, Room 105
509-533-8277
Carolin.Gipple@ccs.spokane.edu

Amy Cosgrove
Homestay Coordinator
Building 17, SUB, Room 106
509-533-4113
Amy.Cosgrove@ccs.spokane.edu

Spokane Falls, Pullman Campus

Mateja LonĨar, DSO
Curriculum Advisor
185 Veterans Way, Pullman, WA 99164
509-279-6453
Mateja.Loncar@sfcc.spokane.edu