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International Programs

at Lower Columbia College

The mission of LCC International Programs is to foster understanding and knowledge of the world through meaningful connections across cultures. We aim to make LCC a place where we better understand ourselves, our context in the larger world, and the positive impacts we can make that transcend borders.

  • Create an environment where LCC students will gain the skills to participate in a global workforce
  • Foster a sense of identity of meaning within the context of the larger world
  • Increase cross-cultural competency across the LCC community
  • Support and advocate for international students in their social and academic development

International Program Newsletters

A day in the life of an International Student Athlete

My life as an international student athlete. My alarm goes off at 7:50 am, just enough time to get ready and make it to my 9:00 am class. Some days, I feel ...

Meet Your Classmates - Part 1

Lower Columbia College is a community college. Community colleges are home to a diverse student population, welcoming students who are studying at the college ...

Get Ready for Culture Shock... and Reverse Culture Shock!

There are many different things in the U.S. compared to our home countries. When you come to the U.S., you might experience culture shock. On the other hand, ...

Hug, Handshake, or Kiss? Confusion over greetings in different cultures.

When you're meeting someone for the first time, do you go for a handshake, a hug, or maybe even a kiss on the cheek? Greetings vary across cultures, and what ...

Beautiful Longview

When people think about studying in the U.S., big cities like Seattle or Portland usually get all the attention. But honestly, there's something special about ...

Interview with International Students! What Do They Love About Their Countries?

International students come from many countries, and it is difficult to introduce the best of all countries at once. Thus, we created this series "Love for ...

Overcoming Homesickness

Missing my family, my friends, and my home life was completely normal, but some things can make the transition easier....

Is it true that American college students have a lot of homework?

Before attending LCC, I also looked at various study abroad websites and vlogs, and I often read that American college students have a lot of homework and research ...

Meet the International Student Ambassadors

International Student Ambassador share about studying at LCC, living in Longview, and adjusting to life in the United States. We sat down with the ambassadors ...

How did students spend the spring break? (English and Japanese)

How did international students spend their spring break? LCC students had a spring break for two weeks between the Winter and Spring quarters. Students spent ...

Campus Tour in Photos

Welcome to the LCC Campus Tour in photos! We are happy to introduce you to some of the campus....

Who is Lower Columbia College?

Lower Columbia College, referred to as LCC, is an accredited, public, two-year community and technical college located in Longview, Washington. LCC was established ...

Welcome to the International Programs Blog

Welcome to the new Lower Columbia College International Programs Blog!...


Contact International Programs

The office is open for students and visitors Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and Fridays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8:00). Office hours during the breaks may differ, and the campus is closed on Fridays during the Summer session.

International Programs Office

  Alan Thompson Library (LIB) 110
  (360) 442-2310
  international@lowercolumbia.edu

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