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American Farm School / Perrotis College Reunion

mmgrant — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:49:28 +0000

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 5:00pm to 6:30pm

Location:

142 Curtiss Hall

Join us in celebration of the decades-long partnership between ISU CALS and the American Farm School (AFS) in Thessaloniki, Greece.

Connect with ISU students, faculty, and staff who have visited and learn about future opportunities to connect with this dynamic school in the heart of the Mediterranean.

Dr. Jeff Lansdale, President of AFS, will provide a short presentation about the school, their partnership with CALS, and visions for the future. Since 2001, CALS has sent over 200 students to Perrotis College for semester-long opportunities and short-term programs.

Event Details:

April 29 in 142 Curtiss Hall

5:00 PM Social/Reunion with refreshments

5:30-6:30 Presentation by American Farm School President Dr. Jeff Landsdale

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Applications Due: Greece and US Virgin Islands Summer Programs

mmgrant — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:01:15 +0000

Saturday, March 1, 2025 - 11:59pm

The following summer study abroad programs have applications due March 1st:

American Farm School - Perrotis College Summer Program

Consider spending your summer in sunny Greece!

The summer program at Perrotis College is six weeks and has flexible options to meet your interests and needs! Take up to 6 credits, conduct research, or enroll in a work internship on one of the campus farms! All while enjoying the Mediterranean food, culture, and lifestyle, and traveling Greece!

U.S. Virgin Islands - EARTH Program

The summer semester program is approximately 6 weeks. Tentative travel dates for the 2025 program are May 19th - June 27th, 2025.

Learn about agriculture, ecosystems, and culture of the Caribbean and U.S. Virgin Islands! Students will have the opportunity to assist with EARTH Program outreach and development and participate in service-learning activities focused on a variety of topics in environmental science, ecological restoration, horticulture, sustainability, education and communication, and more!

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Agronomy Students Spending Spring Semester in Greece

mmgrant — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 17:08:09 +0000

Left: The spring study abroad cohort during campus orientation at Perrotis College, part of the American Farm School, in Thessaloniki, Greece, Right: CALS students Brennan Welch, Abe Dieleman, and Jake Burress with an Iowa State flag in Cairo, Egypt.

By Kara Berg, Department of Agronomy

Abe Dieleman, a sophomore in agronomy, is spending the spring semester studying at Perrotis College, part of the American Farm School, in Thessaloniki, Greece. Dieleman is part of a group of 12 students participating in the ISU CALS �� program, which also includes fellow agronomy student Nali Sanchez Carmona.

Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece, has a population of about 1 million and is located in northern Greece on the Thessaloniki Gulf, connected to the Aegean Sea. Dieleman’s courses include olive production systems, viticulture, air, water and wastewater treatment, Greek culture experience, and Greek language. Dieleman says, “On campus, there are several olive groves and a vineyard, so I’ve had hands-on experience. We have pruned olive trees and grape vines, planted olive trees, and fermented wine. It has been an eye-opening experience to see how agriculture works here and I have noticed many differences from how we farm in Iowa.”

Dieleman says, “The Greek food, weather, and culture are great! I experienced some culture shock when I first arrived as the Greeks embrace halara, which means take it easy. Schedules are not as punctual and people are laid back. It took me a couple of weeks to adjust, but I now enjoy halara instead of worrying about what’s next on my schedule.”

He says Thessaloniki is known for its food and he has not been disappointed. “The Mediterranean diet is incredible and I have tried many delicious dishes. Every meal features a surplus of extra virgin olive oil and feta cheese. The food is fresh and I still have many new dishes to try.”

The CALS study abroad cohort at the Parthenon in Athens: agronomy students Nali Sanchez Carmona (second from left in front row) and Dieleman (fourth from left in second row).

Original story posted, https://www.agron.iastate.edu/2024/03/05/agronomy-student-spending-sprin...

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Informational Session: American Farm School - Perrotis College, Greece

nicolerh — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 14:55:41 +0000

Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Location:

0008 Curtiss Hall

Learn more about the American Farm School six-week summer program at one of our upcoming information sessions! Students can earn academic credit, work on a research project, or gain work experience on one of the campus farms, all while experiencing Greek culture!

Program Application Deadline is March 15, 2024

American Farm School Program Information

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Informational Session: American Farm School - Perrotis College, Greece

nicolerh — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 14:54:52 +0000

Friday, February 2, 2024 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Location:

0008 Curtiss Hall

Program Application Deadline is March 15, 2024

American Farm School Program Information

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International experiences changed graduating senior for the better, Grace Reiss

nicolerh — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:37:15 +0000

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International experiences changed graduating senior for the better, Grace Reiss

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International experiences changed graduating senior for the better, Grace Reiss

nicolerh — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:35:36 +0000

By: Whitney Baxter

Growing up in the small, rural community of Ryan, Iowa, Grace Reiss knew she wanted to gain international experience while in college. She has met that goal, and along the way, her outgoing and friendly personality has fostered a welcoming environment at Iowa State University and around the world.

Those efforts earned her the fall 2023 College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Council Inclusive Excellence Award.

A double major in nutritional science and global resource systems, Reiss came to Iowa State intending to find ways to fight global hunger and malnutrition.

Her first international experience was a two week-long study abroad trip to The Netherlands and Uganda during her freshman year. The students on the trip visited farms and learned about both countries’ nutrition programs and water management systems.

“That trip changed me for the better, and it was great to travel with other students in the global resource systems major,” Reiss said. “It opened my eyes to the fact that I have so much more to learn about myself and the world.”

Adding to her international travel resume, Reiss spent the spring 2022 semester on a study abroad exchange program in Greece. She attended classes at the American Farm School, Perrotis College, learning about global food systems and sustainable agriculture. Reiss appreciated getting to know the food science professors and building a community with fellow students and other people she met.

While in Greece, she became interested in the Mediterranean diet. That became the topic of her senior capstone research project for her GRS major. She compared how individuals in the U.S. and Greece adhere to the diet and health outcomes that may result from following it.

“Grace’s commitment to fighting hunger and promoting nutrition security and health reaches beyond her academic obligations and motivated this undergraduate international research project, which indeed, reflects CALS’ mission to enhance quality of life in Iowa and around the world,” wrote Catherine Swoboda, associate teaching professor in global resource systems, in a letter of support for Reiss’ nomination for the Inclusive Excellence Award.

In addition to spending time abroad, Reiss participated in several leadership opportunities on campus, including the President’s Leadership Class, Cargill Leadership Academy and GLOBE Leadership Fellows. She co-led first- and second-year GRS students in the GLOBE Leadership Fellows program, providing them guidance, connecting them with resources and helping them grow as leaders.

“Our GRS students are so engaged in learning and developing their own leadership skills thanks to Grace and her engaging instruction,” Swoboda wrote.

Reiss is grateful for all the encouragement and support she has received from the Iowa State community – from faculty to advisors to classmates. She advises other students to find and establish their own support system and know they belong on campus.

“Try not to fall into imposter syndrome,” Reiss said. “You are meant to be where you are at.”

Original story posted, https://www.cals.iastate.edu/news/2023/international-experiences-changed....

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Perrotis College, American Farm School, Greece Informational Session

nicolerh — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 22:50:50 +0000

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Location:

Virtual

All educational and research programs at the American Farm School are supported by the large-cale Educational Farm that includes the Holstein Friesian dairy herd that is ranked among the top 10% in the world; a poultry unit using the latest research for Omega 3 egg, broiler and turkey production; greenhouses; vegetable gardens; vineyards; fruit and olive trees; and extensive field crops at its satellite farm to the west of Thessaloniki.

Perrotis College is the only American-founded Ag/Tech College in Greece offering academic courses in the fields of agri-business, agriculture, environmental studies, entrepreneurship, food science/technology & more!

ISU students have the option to study for a semester at the AFS for the fall, spring, or summer term. Internships and research opportunities are also available. All courses are taught in English.

Want to learn more? The staff at the Perrotis College, American Farm School in Greece, will be hosting a virtual informational session to share about the 2024 Summer and Fall programs.

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American Farm School - Perrotis College, Greece Info Session

nicolerh — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 16:09:18 +0000

Thursday, September 7, 2023 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location:

0013 Curtiss Hall

Want to learn more about studying abroad in Greece? Plan to attend an informational session about Perrotis College!

Hear from students who have previously participated in the program, meet the program coordinators, and try a gyro!

The event will be held Thursday, September 7th, from 4-5:30 pm in 0013 Curtiss Hall. If you can't attend the event, stop by to ask questions and grab a snack!

RSVP to ensure we have enough gyros!

American Farm School - Perrotis College - Thessaloniki, Greece Program Information

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Informational Session: American Farm School - Perrotis College, Greece

nicolerh — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:59:33 +0000

Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Location:

Zoom Meeting

Learn about what studying abroad at Perrotis college is all about! The staff at Perrotis College will be hosting an online information sessional to share about spending a semester at the American Farm School - Perrotis College - Thessaloniki, Greece. The webinar is open for all to attend.

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