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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.

Our Vision

The mission of the Global Education office is to support our students and the CCS community with resources and guidance that transforms lives and expands opportunities locally and globally.

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
Study Abroad and Retention Manager
Building 17, SUB, Room 106C
509-533-8277
Carolin.Gipple@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