U of A to Celebrate International Education Week Nov. 13-17

The Graduate School and International Education, in collaboration with departments across campus, will host a week of events in recognition of International Education Week Nov. 13-17. This year’s theme is “Discover: The World in Arkansas, Arkansas in the World,” inviting the campus community to discover the transformational impact of international education.

A joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, International Education Week offers an opportunity for the university to celebrate the profound impact of international education on our campus. The Office of International Students and Scholars in the GSIE coordinates events for the week, complemented by campus departments and units who host their own events.

Events throughout the week provide opportunities for members of the campus community to learn about the dress, food and cultures of numerous international regions whose students attend the university. Each day of the week features events centered on a different topic relating to international education and culture:

Monday, Nov. 14: Discover Celebrations — Join our IEW Opening celebration, International Bazaar, beginning at 11 a.m. in the International Connections Lounge in the Student Union, and  learn about global celebrations. The campus community is encouraged to wear international dress for this day. 

Tuesday, Nov. 15: Discover Arts & Culture — Global music, dance, art, literature, movies. Share about the arts from international locations.

Wednesday, Nov. 16: Discover Issues & Ideas — Explore global issues and different perspectives through presentations, pop up booths, and social media. Also learn about what international students, scholars and faculty members are studying, researching or teaching. Academic units can use this day to brag on international students or employees in their department. 

Thursday, Nov. 17: Discover Global Flavors — Enjoy learning about the infinite variety food around the world. Post your favorite recipe or video of a cooking lesson.  Submit a favorite recipe of yours here for our Global Cookbook.

Friday, Nov. 18: Discover Play: Sports, Games, Hobbies — Across campus, today will be full of time to play! Play sports, games, and share your favorite pastimes and cultural hobbies. Learn about our international Razorback athletes.

A full schedule of IEW events is available on the IEW Website or go to it by the shortcut iew.uark.edu

The Graduate School and International Education will also be posting IEW-related content and hosting giveaways via social media on its accounts on  Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Those interested in participating can follow the accounts at @uarkgsie.

This story also appeared in the University of Arkansas News publication.