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Each year in November, FIU participates in the national effort to celebrate International Education Week (IEW). International Education Week has been designated by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education as a time to highlight the benefits of international education and cultural exchange worldwide and to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment.
Check out what FIU has to offer and learn more about all the ways we keep our students, faculty and staff globally engaged. Join us as we celebrate and learn from the cultural diversity present here on our own campuses as well as our connections to the world beyond FIU.
Saturday, November 12
Monday, November 14
Tuesday, November 15
Wednesday, November 16
Thursday, November 17
Friday, November 18
Monday, November 14
Tuesday, November 15
Wednesday, November 16
Thursday, November 17
Friday, November 18
Schedule of Events at Modesto Maidique Campus
Conference: Bringing Dōgen Down to Earth
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
MARC Pavilion
Sponsored by the Buddha Soto Zen Center, the Asian Studies Program, the Program in the Study of Spirituality and the Department of Religious Studies
This conference will feature five prominent, internationally-recognized figures in the study of the life and teachings of Dōgen, a thirteenth-century Zen Master and philosopher. Each of these guests have either studied or worked closely with researchers and thinkers from Komazawa University in Tokyo, which houses the leading Buddhist Studies Department in Japan. This event is free and open to the public.
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Study Abroad Fair
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
GC Hall & GC Pit
Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad
Each year, hundreds of FIU students embark on a myriad of study abroad programs in more than 30 countries around the world. Our Study Abroad Fair showcases the diverse number of FIU sponsored international academic opportunities that are made available to FIU panthers every year. Stop by and learn about the exciting opportunities that are available for you to study abroad.
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International Education Week Study Abroad Art Exhibition: Opening Reception
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
GC Art Gallery
Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, International Student & Scholar Services, the Victim Advocacy Center and the Graham Center
Join students from the study abroad programs to China, France, and Italy as they share their artwork and projects. Refreshments and music will be provided. All members of the FIU community are invited to attend.
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Semester at Sea Information Session
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
PC 113
Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad
Find out more about the study abroad programs offered through Semester at Sea, an organization that gives students the opportunity to spend an entire semester studying on board a ship and exploring a region of the world on a traveling campus.
International Forum on Business Etiquette & Cross-Cultural Affairs
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
GC Ballrooms & GC Lawn
Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Psi - Xi Sigma Chapter
This event will host an international etiquette luncheon in the GC Ballrooms and include a fair with displays on different countries, their culture and their business etiquette on the GC Lawn.
Tuesday Times Roundtable: Uncompromising Women and Global Leadership
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
GC 150
Sponsored by SGA and the Office of Global Learning Initiatives
Laura Boudon of FIU's College of Medicine will lead this interactive student-centered discussion on women's roles in global leadership. Free lunch will be served.
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Reel Review: International Films & Discussion
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Panther Suite (GC 325)
Part I: Potiche (France, 2010)
Film: 12:00 pm
Discussion: 2:00 pm
Part II: In the Time of the Butterflies (USA/Mexico, 2001)
Film: 2:30 pm
Discussion: 4:30 pm
Sponsored by the Victim Advocacy Center
Join facilitators from the Victim Advocacy Center for an afternoon of foreign films and discussions on the provocative yet timeless themes of women, domestic violence and obsession. Free popcorn and beverages will be served.
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FIU Global Engagement Fair
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
GC Pit
Sponsored by the Office of Global Learning Initiatives
This event will showcase the various ways that our university is engaged across regions, cultures, and disciplines. The fair will feature displays about FIU's globally-focused achievements as well as the various programs and international research in which our faculty, staff and students are currently participating (and how you may be able to get involved too)!
Art Exhibit: Voyageurs
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Frost Art Museum Atrium
Sponsored by Le Cercle Francais, Pi Delta Phi, CSO, and the Department of Modern Languages
This exhibit will display photographs by Andrea Lahoz and oils by Jorge Fernandez.
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GO ABROAD! Brown Bag Lunch Series PART I: International Careers and Internships
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
GC 316
Sponsored by Career Services, International Student & Scholar Services, and the Office of Study Abroad
In this series, FIU students, alumni and/or professionals in international fields will share with you their experiences abroad as well as provide information about how you can seek out opportunities abroad yourself! Feel free to bring your lunch to this informal discussion. Light refreshments will also be provided.
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Fulbright Information Session
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
PC 113
Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad
This workshop will give you information about the various Fulbright scholarship programs available to graduating seniors, graduate students, scholars and researchers. Come learn how to take advantage of these opportunities!
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International Sports Expo
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Recreation Center
Sponsored by Recreation Services
Learn more about internationally popular sports as well as some games not so well known in the U.S. Information tables, displays, demonstrations and interactive activities will help you increase your knowledge of recreation worldwide.
International Rescue Committee Internships
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
LC 110
Sponsored by Center for Labor Research & Studies and the International Rescue Committee
Join the CLRS and the IRC student organization to explore an opportunity to work on a global humanitarian effort.
GO ABROAD! Brown Bag Lunch Series PART II:
Study Abroad Alumni Roundtable
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
GC 241A
Sponsored by Career Services, International Student & Scholar Services, and the Office of Study Abroad
In this series, FIU students, alumni and/or professionals in international fields will share with you their experiences abroad as well as provide information about how you can seek out opportunities abroad yourself! Feel free to bring your lunch to this informal discussion. Light refreshments will also be provided.
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Global LGBT Rights: An Examination of Pride Celebration
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
GC 241A
Sponsored by Multicultural Programs and Services
Come learn more about lesbian, gay, transgender and bisexual communities around the world and how they have celebrated their identities in a variety of contexts.
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Art Exhibit: The Ilham Mendjeli Lakehal Collection
3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
GL 220
Sponsored by Le Cercle Francais, Pi Delta Phi
This exhibit will display the drawings and watercolors of Ilham Mendjeli Lakehal, who draws inspiration from a number of Algerian-North African themes.
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Film & Fundraiser: Living in Emergency: Stories of Doctors Without Borders (2008)
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
GC 140
Sponsored by the Non-Profit and Global Health Interest Group
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization working in nearly 70 countries to assist people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe. Come view this film to find out more about what they are accomplishing abroad and how you can help.
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GO ABROAD! Brown Bag Lunch Series PART III: International Scholarships and Fellowships
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
GC 316
Sponsored by Career Services, International Student & Scholar Services, and the Office of Study Abroad
In this series, FIU students, alumni and/or professionals in international fields will share with you their experiences abroad as well as provide information about how you can seek out opportunities abroad yourself! Feel free to bring your lunch to this informal discussion. Light refreshments will also be provided.
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ISC Presents: AFRICA! (A Tasty Expedition Through the Unknown)
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
GC 243
Sponsored by the International Student Club and International Student & Scholar Services
This closing event and dinner in honor of International Education Week will highlight the food, music and culture of multiple countries within the continent of Africa.
Schedule of Events at Biscayne Bay Campus
Chaplin Hospitality Presents: International Hospitality Games!
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Panther Square
Sponsored by the HTM Leadership Council, International Student Club and the International Education Week Committee
Kick off International Education Week with games, exhibits, displays and more! Explore other cultures and learn more about the world at this multi-faceted fair.
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International Cooking Demonstration
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
WUC Flag Pole
Sponsored by the Wellness Center
Learn how to cook a healthy and flavorful meal by watching the experts!
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Venture Abroad Fair
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Panther Square
Sponsored by International Student & Scholar Services, the Office of Study Abroad, and the Office of Global Learning Initiatives
Learn more about various ways to live, study, learn, teach and work abroad at this dynamic informational fair featuring:
- Consulate representatives (Canada, Israel, Bahamas)
- Study abroad programs
- Hospitality Management Department’s China Program
- Fulbright program
- Peace Corps
- International ASB
- Jet Program (Japanese Consulate)
- Diplomat in Residence, State Department
- The Asian American Federation
- Office of Global Learning Initiatives
- Middle East Society
- Saltzberg Academy on Media and Global Affairs (SJMC)
- School of Environment, Arts, and Society (SEAS)
- And more!
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Tuesday Times Roundtable: Changing Values of Marriage & Relationships
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
WUC 159
Sponsored by SGA & the Office of Global Learning Initiatives
Diann Newman, Director of Student Services for the School of Hospitality Management, will moderate a discussion on a New York Times article about this global topic.
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International Dinner & Culture Fest
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
WUC Ballroom
Sponsored by Bay Vista Housing Hall Council, SOC, SPC, Indian Student Association and International Student Club
Experience the flavors of the world at this informal gathering of students and staff!
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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women: Speaker Robin Rossmanith, Made by Survivors & Forgiveness Burial
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Panther Square
Sponsored by the Women’s Center
A variety of activities will address the ongoing issue of women’s rights, domestic abuse and other forms of violence in an international context.
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Self-Defense Demonstration
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Panther Square
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Though we all hope we won't ever need to use it in this case, knowledge is power. Come learn how you can better protect yourself
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Global LGTB Rights: An Examination of Pride Celebration
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
WUC 159
Sponsored by Multicultural Programs and Services
Come learn more about lesbian, gay, transgender and bisexual communities around the world and how they have celebrated their identities in a variety of contexts.
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Job Search Strategies for International Students
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
WUC 221
Sponsored by Career Services and International Student & Scholar Services
This workshop will address important things to keep in mind while searching for employment (internships or OPT) as F-1 international students.
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Speaker: Hilarion Martinez, Reflections of an FIU Pedro Pan & Exploring Student Global Internships and Fellowships
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
WUC 221
Sponsored by SGA and the Office of Global Learning Initiatives
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Alternative Break & Study Abroad Student Panel
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
WUC 221
Sponsored by the Center for Leadership & Service and the Office of Study Abroad
FIU students who have studied or volunteered abroad will share their stories and explain how their experience abroad has impacted their lives.
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Immigration Attorney Information Session: H-1B Visas
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
WUC 363
Sponsored by International Student & Scholar Services
This workshop for international students will address H-1B immigration status, eligibility requirements and application procedures.
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International Late Day Latte & SOC Club Fair
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
WUC Flagpole
Sponsored by Campus Life & Orientation and SOC
Join Campus Life, students, faculty and staff for a pick-me-up at the end of the day at this social gathering in honor of all countries where coffee is king.
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FIU BBC World Cup Futbol Tournament
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
North Miami Athletic Stadium
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
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All Nighter for the Poor: Around the World in 12 Hours!
7:00 pm - 7:00 am
WUC Ballrooms
Sponsored by the Student Alumni Association and the Councils for a Cause Committee
Event description here
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