Dr. Kathryn W. Davis Global Education Center
A one-stop education and information resource center for immigrants residing in Palm Beach County.
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The application for Foundation Scholarships for 2019/2020 is now open!
All students are encouraged to apply
There are over 200 scholarships available with one application
Deadline: June 15, 2019
Welcome! The Dr. Kathryn W. Davis Global Education Center at Palm Beach State College
is funded through a grant from world affairs author, lecturer and philanthropist Dr. Kathryn W. Davis.
Our goal is to assist immigrants who register with the center to:
• Provide information about educational programs or courses to learn English.
• Provide referrals to community services and programs in Palm Beach County.
• Design workshops that enable you to learn more about the U.S. culture.
Registration
Interested students can register online or visit our office during normal hours of operation.
Students registering in an educational program including English courses are required to meet with an academic advisor. The advisor will conduct an educational, social and financial assessment and will work with you to provide guidance, information on determining appropriate steps in order to meet the goals of your personal action plan.
Educational Assistance
PBSC offers a variety of short to long-term educational programs and courses to prepare you for a job, career or ownership of a business. To view offerings, visit the Continuing Education web pages.
Whether you have attended a foreign university and are interested in completing your education in the U.S.; have never attended college and would like to start, need vocational or apprenticeship training, or simply have an interest in learning a new skill or language, Palm Beach State has a program to suit your needs. For a list of educational programs, visit our Programs page.
Integration Workshops
We offer free workshops that enable our students to learn more about the U.S. culture. We currently offer these topics and will expand our offerings in the near future:
- American History & Political System
- Career Planning & Job Search
- Citizenship Preparedness
- What to Do and Not Do in the US Culture
- Educational System & Programs
- English Language Acquisition
- Financial Literacy
- Immigration & Legal Issues
- Youth Programs
To register for a workshop, please call (561) 868-3973 or send email to Manzanej@palmbeachstate.edu.
Resources
Students interested in community resources can stop by our center and pick-up information. Key information is also available on our website under Community Services and Programs.
Location & Contact Info
Dr. Kathryn W. Davis Global Education Center
Palm Beach State College, MS #71
4200 S. Congress Avenue
Lake Worth, FL 33461
Room: #CRB-105
Telephone: (561) 868-3973 Fax: (561) 868-3977
Email: manzanej@palmbeachstate.edu
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Friday 8:00 - 5:00pm
Saturday & Sunday - Closed
Summer Operating Hours
The College operates on a 4-day work week during the summer. All campuses are closed
on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
