International Seminar

International Seminar is an extra-curricular course designed for advanced students who are interested in comprehensive, interdisciplinary learning experiences about different regions of the world. Each year, the focus varies.
For the 2023-2024 school year, the region of study is the western Pacific Rim, including East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania.
Students work in small groups led by dedicated team leaders and participate in a variety of learning events.

The team of group leaders are looking forward to the following activities (and more!):

• A field trip to cultural sites in the Portland Metro area that reflect the diverse peoples of Eastern Europe & Russia

• Guest lecturers and speakers that are from this region, or have lived, worked and/or studied in the region

• A Model-UN Unity Conference

• Literary and arts activities

• A cultural evening, including a banquet

Tea, Tigers, and Trade: The Pacific Rim Past and Present