International Education Week

November 11-15, 2013

International Education Week is an annual celebration during which University of Minnesota colleges, campuses, and student groups plan events and activities to highlight the University's support of international education.

International Education Week logoAbout International Education Week

International Education Week was first declared by the U.S. Departments of State and Education in 2000 as part of their effort to encourage policies and programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study in the U.S.

In 2012, International Education Week at the University of Minnesota included more than 20 events. This year, colleges and offices are once again planning receptions, seminars, brown bag sessions, and other events to highlight the University's support of international education.

The Global Programs and Strategy Alliance has a leadership role in supporting and publicizing these events. The GPS Alliance will provide limited matching funds to colleges and campuses to support events.

2012 Calendar of Events

Friday, November 9

Taiwanese Movie Night
7:00 p.m.
220 Science Teaching & Student Services

Learn about Taiwan and connect with students from the beautiful island of Formosa! Join us for a viewing of the 2011 Taiwanese romance film, "You Are the Apple of My Eye," the love story about a high school couple that somehow didn't work out. Film is in Mandarin with English subtitles. Free admission. All are welcome; bring a friend or two!

Sponsored by the Taiwanese Student Society.

Monday, November 12

Reflections from Abroad
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
President's Room, Coffman Memorial Union

Hear from students who will present posters about what they learned while abroad. You can also check out entries in the photo contest. All students, faculty, and staff who are interested in the learning abroad experience are encouraged to attend.

Sponsored by the College of Biological Sciences and the University Honors Program.

CEHD Global Cafe: Getting Started for Studying Abroad
Noon - 1 p.m.
325 Education Sciences Building

CEHD undergraduates are invited to learn about the steps involved with studying abroad at the U of M. Please complete a First Step meeting online or in person before attending this event to help guide the session. Bring an iPad, laptop, or other mobile device to follow along.

Sponsored by CEHD Student Services and the Learning Abroad Center.

Tuesday, November 13

CEHD Global Cafe: Affording Studying Abroad
Noon - 1 p.m.
325 Education Sciences Building

CEHD undergraduates are invited to learn about the cost of studying abroad and available scholarships. Representatives from the Learning Abroad Center and the Office of Financial Aid will be on hand to answer questions.

Sponsored by CEHD Student Services, Office of Financial Aid, and the Learning Abroad Center.

School of Nursing Student & Faculty Engagement in Global Health: Near, Far, & in the Backyard
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2-118 Moos

Student and faculty guest speakers will share their perspectives on a variety of global health-related experiences including: 1) education as a health determinant and volunteering in North Minneapolis; 2) youth development and chronic disease prevention in Honduras; and 3) nursing RESPONDing in Central Africa and Southeast Asia. All students, faculty, and staf who are interested in global health are welcome to attend!

Sponsored by the School of Nursing Global Health & Transcultural Student Group.

Learning Abroad in Medicine, Public Health, and Health Sciences
1 - 2 p.m.
518 STSS (Science Teaching and Student Services)

Are you interested in learning about medicine-related, public health, and health sciences programs abroad? Topics addressed include initial hesitation about studying abroad, skills learned, and advice for other students considering an experience abroad. There are programs that offer lab science courses, health science courses, internships, volunteer opportunities, language courses, and more in locations all around the world! Academic advisers and faculty are also welcome!

Sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center and the Undergraduate Learning Abroad Global Health Initiative.

Wednesday, November 14

CEHD Global Cafe: Global Experiences in the U.S.
Noon - 1 p.m.
325 Education Sciences Building

CEHD undergraduates are invited to hear from representatives from the Community Engagement Scholarship Program, the Community Service-Learning Center, and more about how to engage globally at a local level.

Sponsored by CEHD Student Services, Community Service-Learning Center, and the Learning Abroad Center.

International Education Week Library Information Fair
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
101 Walter Library

This is an opportunity for international students to learn more about the resources and services the University Libraries make available to students.

Sponsored by University Libraries.

International Poster Session
2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
101 Walter Library

How much do you know about fashion in Saudi Arabia, the cuisine of China, or pop culture in Oman? Come interact with students from around the globe and explore a variety of poster presentations that provide snapshots of different cultures. Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) students will present these cultural snapshots in English. All are welcome!

Sponsored by the Minnesota English Language Program (MELP).

Thursday, November 15

CEHD Global Cafe: Getting the Most of Your Experience Abroad through Career and Curriculum Integration
Noon - 1 p.m.
518/520 STSS

CEHD undergraduates are invited to hear from CEHD career counselors and Learning Abroad Center adviserswho will address the benefits of experiences abroad as they relate to majors and future careers.

Sponsored by CEHD Student Services, CEHD Career Services, and the Learning Abroad Center.

CCE Study Abroad/Individualized Degrees Showcase
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
101 University International Center

Inter-College Program students/alumni will share details from their study abroad experiences to inform current ICP/MdS majors of the Learning Abroad Center's programs relevant to their interests. An ICP/MdS adviser and a Learning Abroad Center representative will discuss how study abroad can be applied toward major or degree requirements, or post-baccalaureate goals. This event is only open to current CCE Inter-College Program (ICP) or Multidisciplinary Studies (MdS) majors.

Sponsored by College of Continuing Education and the Learning Abroad Center.

2012 Award for Global Engagement Ceremony
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Come celebrate the 2012 recipients of the Award for Global Engagement: Kevin Dostal Dauer, Housing and Residential Life; Paul Glewwe, College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences; and Michael Houston, Global Institute, Carlson School of Management. The all-University Award for Global Engagement is given to faculty and staff members in recognition of outstanding contributions to global education and international programs at the University or in their field or discipline.

Event is by invitation only. Contact meaka@umn.edu if you would like to attend.

Sponsored by the Office for Academic Administration, University of Minnesota System, and the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance.

Friday, November 16

CEHD Global Cafe: A Celebration of Global Experience
Noon - 1 p.m.
240 Burton Hall

CEHD students who have attended two or more Global Cafe events this week are invited to attend a celebration with food and prizes. Bring your Global Cafe passports to qualify for prizes. Prizes include passport photos, passport waivers, travel books, and more!

Sponsored by CEHD Student Services and the Learning Abroad Center.

Viewing and Discussion of Documentary "Crossing Borders"
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
2-215 CSOM

Watch and discuss the award-winning "Crossing Borders" documentary, which focuses around cross-cultural discussions, misconceptions, and understanding. “Crossing Borders” is a 70-minute documentary that follows four Moroccan and four American university students as they travel together through Morocco and in the process of discovering "The Other," discover themselves. With group travels and frank discussions, the students confront the complex implications of the supposed "clash of civilizations" between Islam and the West. The relationships formed through shared experiences contrast sharply with the media-shaped views Americans and Muslims have of each other. Humour, honesty, and a willingness to be challenged all bring individuals closer to each other and the relationships that develop disarm hidden stereotypes. Directly following the film will be a facilitated discussion and student panel related to the documentary.

Sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center and International Student and Scholar Services.

Submit Your Event

The submission form will available in fall 2013.

 

Matching Funds

Pending available funding, the GPS Alliance will provide a limited amount of matching funds to colleges, campuses, and student groups to support International Education Week events. Generally, only one award will be provided per college/campus.

Requesting matching funds

1. Obtain approval from your college/campus/unit representative on the International Programs Council.

2. Submit an email to Jennifer Schulz, GPS Alliance, with the following information:

  • Name of department, unit, college, campus, or group requesting funds
  • Name and email address of accountant
  • EFS account number where the funds should be sent
  • Brief description of event and how the matching funds will be used
  • Statement that you have discussed the request with your IPC representative

3. Submit information about your event to be included on the events calendar.